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Brooke, New Territories

Added 28th Aug

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The old air conditioner in my bedroom suddenly started dripping water and now my employer is asking me to pay $2000 to have it serviced. Are they allowed to ask me to pay for this, even though it seems to be just normal wear and tear?

Ms. Davis, Hong Kong

Added 27th Aug

Pathfinders

My domestic worker has decided to raise her son here in Hong Kong with us, what challenges should I be prepared for? Will he be able to go to school here?

Ms. Chan, Hong Kong Island

Added 27th Aug

Pathfinders

If my domestic worker is on maternity leave, is there a way for me to get part-time help until she comes back?

Jennifer, Tsuen Wan

Added 30th Jul

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Dear Aileen, I am planning going back to my home country (Philippines) for good. Are there government programs that would be able to help me with my livelihood there?

Aileen Asks: Ron R. Lacson

Added 29th Jul

What practical things can I include in my daily routine that can help reduce anxiety?

Aileen Asks: Ron R. Lacson

Added 29th Jul

How can mindfulness help me cope with work-related stress?

Clara, Kowloon

Added 28th Jul

Dear Aileen, I am feeling a bit stressed from being away from my family and the long hours I work. How can I cope better with life here abroad?

Christine S., Mongkok

Added 28th Jul

I am a ‘Reference’ for my friend’s loan at a finance company where I also have a loan (my payments are always on time), she got terminated a few months ago and now the finance company collectors are calling me at my employer’s home. What do I do?

Nelia R., Shek Kip Mei

Added 28th Jul

My employer’s mother is abusive towards me. She shouts, throws things and often says demeaning things to me. What should I do?

Maria N., Causeway Bay

Added 28th Jul

I have only been with my employer for a few days, can I break my contract? I miss my kids.

Ms. Moving On, HK

Added 28th Jul

My husband and I have been separated for more than 5 years now and he already has a new family back in his hometown in Philippines. I have a boyfriend that I want to marry someday, how do I get divorced?

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Brooke, New Territories

The old air conditioner in my bedroom suddenly started dripping water and now my employer is asking me to pay $2000 to have it serviced. Are they allowed to ask me to pay for this, even though it seems to be just normal wear and tear?

Ms. Davis, Hong Kong

My domestic worker has decided to raise her son here in Hong Kong with us, what challenges should I be prepared for? Will he be able to go to school here?

Ms. Chan, Hong Kong Island

If my domestic worker is on maternity leave, is there a way for me to get part-time help until she comes back?

Jennifer, Tsuen Wan

Dear Aileen, I am planning going back to my home country (Philippines) for good. Are there government programs that would be able to help me with my livelihood there?

Aileen Asks: Ron R. Lacson

What practical things can I include in my daily routine that can help reduce anxiety?

Aileen Asks: Ron R. Lacson

How can mindfulness help me cope with work-related stress?

Clara, Kowloon

Dear Aileen, I am feeling a bit stressed from being away from my family and the long hours I work. How can I cope better with life here abroad?

Christine S., Mongkok

I am a ‘Reference’ for my friend’s loan at a finance company where I also have a loan (my payments are always on time), she got terminated a few months ago and now the finance company collectors are calling me at my employer’s home. What do I do?

Nelia R., Shek Kip Mei

My employer’s mother is abusive towards me. She shouts, throws things and often says demeaning things to me. What should I do?

Maria N., Causeway Bay

I have only been with my employer for a few days, can I break my contract? I miss my kids.

Ms. Moving On, HK

My husband and I have been separated for more than 5 years now and he already has a new family back in his hometown in Philippines. I have a boyfriend that I want to marry someday, how do I get divorced?