We work with families to assist them in finding suitable live-in caregivers
for children, seniors and those living with a disability.   

To stay in your own home and maintain your independence,

a live-in caregiver is the most affordable and most convenient alternative

to daycare, seniors' homes and long-term care facilities.

Pacific Live-in Caregivers began after our search for affordable homecare for our parents.

Our mother had suffered a stroke and was adamant that she did not want to stay in the hospital or a nursing home. Mom needed 24 hours a day care but she also wanted to be at home with dad! So, they moved in with us and we tried various homecare solutions, but none of them seemed to work well for all of us. Eventually we found out about the live-in caregiver program which allows caregivers to come in from other countries. Once they have completed 2 years of caregiving work, they are allowed to apply for landed immigrant status and an open work permit.

We hired a wonderful caregiver who moved in with us and became our parent’s primary caregiver. After seeing how well this worked, we hired a second caregiver to share the job, and my parents and caregivers moved back to their home. For 4 years our parents were able to live in their own home, maintain their lifestyle and remain together, thanks to their dedicated caregivers.

After Dad passed away we moved mom and the caregivers back into our house.
Mom doesn’t sleep much so needs someone with her at night. We now have
3 caregivers who take care of her and my husband’s 92 year old aunt.

We are so blessed to have these wonderful caregivers who help us
keep our family members at home.

Other people have asked us how they can find a live-in caregiver
for their family. Pacific Live-in Caregivers opened
its doors in response to this need. We match
trained, professional caregivers with families
who need help caring for their loved ones.

• follow your routine

• cook your favorite recipes and follow prescribed diets

• track medications and appointments

• provide companionship and assistance on outings and appointments.

• assist with shopping, housekeeping, laundry etc.

• be on hand in case of emergency.

• Supervise and assist with medication.

• Monitor health issues.

We also have nannies for your children. With the high cost of daycare, a nanny is an affordable option which gives you more flexibility around your work schedule and household needs. Caregivers will assist with housework and cooking meals- you build the job description around your needs as a family.

• are fluent in English

• are primarily college/university graduates.

• have completed a 6 month program about living & working in Canada as a caregiver.

• have criminal record checks

• have resumes, personal references & training certificates.

Caregivers must be paid at least minimum wage and can be charged $325.00 per month for room and board. Some employers pay a higher salary and don’t charge room and board. Your caregiver must be given at least 40 hours per week and paid overtime for more than 40 hours per week. Statutory holiday pay, 2 weeks paid vacation at the end of 1 year, WCB and Revenue Canada payments are also mandatory. They must have their own room with a lock on the door, furniture and internet access.

You are not obligated to keep your caregiver if your situation changes, but you must give suitable notice of termination. Your caregiver is also allowed to find work with another employer, with suitable notice given.

Caregivers are covered by the B.C. Employment Standards Act and  require at least minimum wage, 40 hours a week.  This will cost approximately $1500.00/month plus a $50.00 monthly payment to the Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB).  Your caregiver pays you $325.00 a month for room and board.  Days off, statutory holidays & vacation pay are required. 

Pacific Live-in Caregivers assists families in finding trained experienced caregivers. We will discuss your needs on the phone and then I will assist you in finding suitable caregivers. Once you have decided on a caregiver I will help you do the paperwork required to bring the caregiver to Canada.

Often families are in crisis when they are looking for caregivers for their parents. There are so many decisions to make and seniors can be resistant to the idea that they need some assistance in order to be safe at home. I can help work through some of the challenges and confusion that can arise at this time.

It can take 4-6 months for your caregiver to arrive so it's a good idea to plan ahead. In the short term I can help set up temporary care through companies providing live-out care. Occasionally there are local caregivers looking for employment who I can refer to families.

Once your caregiver arrives I will help you both through the initial period of adjustment. You will need to set up an account with Revenue Canada and WCB. I can advise you on that if necessary.
When a time comes that you don't need your caregiver any longer, I will assist him/ her in finding other employment and lodgings.

If you would like more information about the Live-In Caregiver Program or the services we provide, we will be happy to answer any of your questions. Feel free to send us an email or call us at the number below and leave a message. We will contact you within 24 hours.

 Robin Smith

Tel:             (250) 616-2346

Fax:             (250) 245-3720

Email:         pacificcaregivers@shaw.ca  

Mail:           P.O. Box 1771 Ladysmith BC V9G 1B3

My caregiver has demonstrated an excellent ability to handle my Mother while keeping her dignity and pride intact at all times.
Our caregiver consistently demonstrated unquestioned integrity, reliability and dependability. Our caregiver was fluent in English as well as various other languages.

I personally have no hesitation in recommending Pacific Caregivers.

- M. Allan, 2008

"The service given by Pacific Live-In Caregivers has been exceptional. We are so pleased with the Live-In attendant who came to us. He has eased our workload and enhanced our lives. We have full trust in the skill and integrity of Pacific Live-In Caregivers in matching families and caregivers."

                                                                                                   - Anne, 2005

"Pacific Live-in Caregivers helped us find a caregiver to take care of my husband who suffered a stroke after a car accident.  He is very challenged;  he cannot walk, he has a tracheotomy and lives with all intake through a feeding tube so we needed someone who could handle all of these challenges.

I could not have found anyone without Pacific Live-In Caregivers.  I did not have the time to run ads, interview and check references, nor did I know where to start, what to do or whom I needed.  This was a whole new challenge for me.  All of the worry was handled by Pacific Live-In Caregivers.  I am eternally grateful."

                                                                                                   - Diane, 2006

"My caregiver is honest, dedicated, a friend, interesting, helpful, sincere, and belongs in my life. I feel I have always known her and expected her momentarily and will always be with me."

                                                                                                  -Mr. G. 2008

"Yes, the caregiver we have is the best and we consider her part of the family."

                                                                                                 -Mrs. E. 2008

"I was worried how I would react to a third person in our home and the adjustments I would have to make but those worries were unfounded. Our caregiver is absolutely marvelous. She is caring, efficient and hard working.""She is a treasure beyond words. She brings love and laughter to our home and she has become a valued member of our family.""I would highly recommend your service to anyone who needs help in caring for a loved one. It is a choice I am glad I made."

                                                                                                 -Mrs. D. 2008

Pacific Live-in Caregivers takes pride in supporting our caregivers in all aspects of their employment with our clients.  We are available to help with relocation information and transportation questions.  We make sure that your employer understands the importance of completing all necessary paperwork for HRDC and Revenue Canada.    If any problems arise we will be there to help find solutions, and when your employment is over we will help you find another live-in caregiver job. 

Vancouver Island is a wonderful place to live and work.  The weather is good and the cost of living is lower than in some other places.  There are lots of recreational opportunities such as camping, kayaking and skiing. The larger towns are truly multicultural and caregivers will have no problem finding support in their own language and culture if they wish.  Most caregivers who have come here are very happy with their location, although if the city lights are important to you it might be too quiet here!  

Many seniors from all over Canada retire to our region so there is a good future for anyone working in the care giving field. 

Our caregivers are as important as our employers and we look forward to building a strong working relationship with both clients and caregivers. 

We welcome your resumes from within and outside of Canada at any time. (Unfortunately resumes from the Philippines cannot be accepted due to the 3 year processing time).  

Feel free to email if you have any questions.

Mrs. Robin Smith

Pacific Live-in Caregivers.

Dumating ako dito sa canada last oct.2005, it wasnt a good start kasi ni-release agad ako ng employer ko, until nakilala ko ang vanouver island caregivers. pumunta ako dito sa nanaimo dec of 2005 sobrang takot ako kasi wala akong kakilala wala ako kamag anak, pero hindi ako pinabayaan ng agency.talagang sinisiguro ng agency na mapupunta kami sa mababait na employer at maganda sa lahat the agency will always check me at laging nariyan kung may problema ka maging paper works or personal concern mo. pamilya yung turing nya sayo. ngayon sobrang ganda ng kalagayan ko at still hindi pa rin ako pinabayaan ng agency. i am blessed at sobrang nag papasalamat ako sa agency na to..

Margie Salomon


Nang dumating ako dito dahil sa Pacific Live-In Caregiver agency, naging mabuti ang kalagayan ko sa aking naging amo. Hindi naging mahirap ang trabaho ko sa amo ko dahil tinulungan nila ako maka adopt sa pamumuhay nila dito. Sa kasalukuyan mabuti pa rin ang aming samahan.

Lucille 2008


napunta ako sa CANADA ng dahil sa kaibigan at sa agency na ito PACIFICCAREGIVERS nagkatulungan sila kahit alam nila na mahirap at matagal ang processing sa pinas nung una mahirap ang trabaho una nasa ibang lugar ako at ng aadjust p sa kung ano ang kultura dito nagtrabaho ko s pinas pero cyempre iba ang nasa sarili mong bansa dito kasi kalaban mo ang lungkot at pag iicip ng mga naiwan sa pinas ero di rin ngtagal naging madali n rin dahil di naman mahirap pakisamahan ang naging alaga ko pati na rin ung pamilya niya itinuring n rin kong isa sa pamilya nila tsaga at pasensiya ang dapat matutunan ng lahat ng gusto pumunta dito s CANADA......................

Joan 2008


Para sa akin isang magandang pagkakataon na mapabilang sa isa sa mga natulungan ng Pacific Caregiver Agency. Alam natin na sa ganitong katayuan bilang isang Caregiver ay di madaling mag hanap ng employer lalo na kung baguhan pa lang. Sa naging karanasan ko sa ahensya ay masasabi kong maganda, dahil si Robin ang may ari ng Pacific Caregiver ay walang sawang tumulong upang makahanap ako ng pangalawang employer. Kahit na sobrang higpit ng mga lakad nya ay nagagawa pa rin nyang asikasuhin ang mga kailangan mo. . . . . Sa mga makakabasa nito, hindi kayo papabayaan ng Pacific Caregiver at ang mabait na taga-pamahala na si Robin Smith. Sa'yo Robin Smith Maraming salamat at nawa'y marami ka pang matulungang mga Filipino na gaya ko. Kudos!!!!

Jefrey Bugay

Alzheimer Society:  www.alzheimer.ca

Real Estate Services in the Ladysmith/Chemainus area:  www.rayandlen.com

Family Caregivers Network Society : www.fcns-caregiving.org

Reveal-living (low vision rehabilitation services on Vancouver Island)-   www.revealliving.com

Vancouver Island Health Authority- www.viha.ca

Medichair-  www.medichair.com  

BC Nurse Line - talk to a nurse by phone - 1-866-215-4700   

Everything under the sun for senior’s housing and care-  www.thecareguide.com

Caregiver Network: Your Eldercare Survival Guide:    www.caregiver.on.ca