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(Testimonials from Nannies are further down the page.) 

November 1997

  Sue agreed to meet us at    our home that  evening.

KJC in Clayton, California

"Our family was introduced to The Nanny Network under critical conditions.  I am expecting our second child and encountered some serious complications that resulted in not being able to care for my 16 month old son.  Under doctors' orders we were advised to hire a nanny.  To make matters worse, it was Friday and we needed someone first thing Monday morning.  I explained my situation to Sue and she agreed to meet us at our home that evening.

"My husband and I were very impressed with her professionalism and her concern for her clients as well as her registered nanny candidates.  On such short notice she was able to provide us with several candidates and much to our surprise, we were able to employ a nanny for Monday morning.  The candidates she provided were qualified and willing to help us through our critical circumstances.  We feel extremely fortunate to have found the nanny we chose, not only because she was available under such short notice, but mostly because she was exactly what we needed to reassure us that our son was being cared for, loved and nurtured.

"I highly recommend The Nanny Network as a source for finding qualified, reliable and caring childcare providers.  Sue took into consideration the urgency of our situation as well as the concern we felt for our son, and matched us with an excellent choice for a nanny."

 

...impressed with her professionalism and her concern for her clients...

...candidates qualified and willing to help us.

We feel extremely fortunate....
...our son was... loved and nurtured.
I highly recommend TNN...
...matched us with an excellent choice for a nanny.

December 1997

...such an exceptional service..

MC in Oakland, California

"Thank you so much for providing such an exceptional service in placing Maria.  You really put the other agencies to shame!

"We're confident that Maria will be an excellent nanny to (our daughter).  We'll keep you posted."

 

You really put the other agencies to shame!

March 1998

It was a real pleasure and relief to work with...you..

LS in Berkeley, California

"It was a real pleasure and relief to work with someone as efficient and pleasant as you.  I was prepared for a lot of stress in the search for a new nanny for my son.  To my surprise you took all of that away.   Your work ethics are so organized and thorough that I knew you also had been that way in your screening of candidates.

"I was particularly impressed that you took the time to meet me in my home to discuss my needs in a nanny.  And that you interview the prospective nannies in their homes, call all references and provide a detailed account of those calls, as well as provide numerous helpful handouts on all aspects of the nanny process.

"I was recommended to you by a friend of mine who has never steered me wrong, and this was no exception.

"In the past I have worked with a few other nanny agencies, and I can say with certainty that none of them can hold a candle to your company.  I would highly recommend you and your company."

 

Your work ethics are so organized and thorough..
...you took the time to meet me in my home...

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. ...you...provide numerous helpful handouts on all aspects of the nanny process.
I would highly recommend you and your company.

November 1998

You make the process so easy and enjoyable.

AR in Oakland, California

"Thank you, Sue.  You make the process so easy and enjoyable."

 

October 1999

....(we) can't express how wonderful you've been from day one...

DG in Piedmont, California

"Seth and I can't express how wonderful you've been from day one in our very emotional and difficult journey finding a nanny.  Thank you so much for your help, advice and excellent follow-up.  You and your company are the best!"

 

You and your company are the best!

June 2000

I can't describe the feeling of relief we both have!

JB in Concord, California

"This morning my son and I met Sharon, the nanny you recommended to us.  I can't describe the feeling of relief we both have!  Sharon will take care of my three and a half year old son overnight for me next week while I travel for business.  He's so looking forward to it he has decided he will go to her house!

"All this came about just two days after my initial call to you.  I have called nanny agencies before, but was either put off by their attitudes or their lack of available nannies.  In our case, my son goes to preschool and daycare, and needs someone to care for him in the evenings.  I had no idea I could really get help from an agency for this type of temporary, off-hours work.

"You have a professional, yet friendly, approach to your business.  I appreciated your visit to our home to go over your recommendations.  You also had a thorough package on each nanny, with references, TrustLine and CPR information.  I got the feeling that you know your people well and make an effort to match up nannies with families.  I know what it's like to look for a nanny or babysitter, even a daycare.  You made the process as easy as possible while taking the guesswork and worry away.  

"I'm a single parent who often feels alone when having to make important decisions.  Thanks to you, I have a professional helping me find the right care for my son when I will be away.  For this first time in a long time, I feel like I really have some help.  The peace of mind that comes with that is priceless.

"I look forward to working with you and Sharon throughout the year."

 

You have a professional, yet friendly, approach to your business.
I appreciated your visit to our home...

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. You made the process as easy as possible...
 Thanks to you, I have a professional helping me find the right care for my son...

July 2000

Unlike other agencies, you were the only one to offer to come to my home...

JWS in Alameda, California

"It has been six months since we hired Koay, and she is all the things we were looking for in a nanny, plus more.  When I decided to return to work, I only had a month to search for a nanny.  Unlike other agencies that I called, you were the only one to offer to come to my home and explain to me your services.  When we decided to work with you, my husband and I were very impressed with the thorough profiles and references you provided for all of the very qualified candidates.

"In the beginning it was scary for us to even think about entrusting the care of our only child to that of a stranger.  However, the advice you gave us on asking the right questions to our candidates was really helpful, and eventually landed us the person who was the best candidate.  In fact, we just completed our six month review with Koay, and I am happy to report that she is just as happy working with our family as we are with her.

"Thank you for your invaluable service.  I am always happy to recommend your company to other families looking for a nanny."

 

...my husband and I were very impressed with the thorough profiles and references you provided...
...the advice you gave us...was really helpful...

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. Thank you for your invaluable service.
 I am always happy to recommend your company to other families...

July 2001

I came to you in desperation.

VMM in Pleasant Hill, California

"I came to you in desperation.  I was offered a consulting position which provided the perfect opportunity to return to the work force after a ten-month maternity leave.  Not only did you come to our house with a stack of dossiers, but you related your knowledge of each of the women and made the process so easy.  Each of the women was prescreened and most were TrustLine certified.  You REALLY do your homework!  Within TWO weeks, we had both a temporary nanny and a permanent nanny.  We love both of them and both of them love our child.  Thank you so much for finding us the right person.   I will recommend your agency to anyone who asks."

 

...you made the process so easy.
You REALLY do your homework!

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. Thank you so much for finding us the right person.
 I will recommend your agency to anyone who asks.

July 2001

We were looking for a part-time nanny...

DS in Oakland, California

"We were looking for a part-time nanny to start working for us just a few weeks after our first daughter was born, but we wanted someone who would have both the commitment that we imagined comes with a full-time nanny, and the flexibility to see her duties and role with us grow and change as our needs -- and our daughter's -- develop.  We couldn't predict exactly what we would want -- especially since I am a first time mother, and a stay-at-home one -- so it took us several tries and a few redefinitions of our search as we began to understand better what we wanted through the interview process.

"Susan was always cheerful and helpful, presenting viable candidates and offering some advice as needed along the way.  She was thorough and thoughtful, both during our search and afterwards.  We've received several follow-up calls just to check that all is going well for everyone concerned!  

"The Nanny Network provides a great service and does so with attentive professionalism."

 

Susan was always cheerful and helpful...
She was thorough and thoughtful, both during our search and afterwards.

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. We've received several follow-up calls just to check that all is going well for everyone concerned!
The Nanny Network provides a great service...

August 2001

The Nanny Network came to our rescue!

SB in Moraga, California

"The Nanny Network came to our rescue!  We had two weeks to find a new nanny after the abrupt resignation of our child care provider.  My husband and I both work full time and were planning to leave for vacation, so the timing couldn't have been worse.  We interviewed a few agencies, but The Nanny Network was the only one to provide professional, customized and caring service.  

"Sue came to our house (she arrived right on schedule) and met with us personally to assess our needs, provided very professional nanny packets with pictures and background histories of all the nannies, and worked with us to set up interviews.  She also suggested that one of the potential candidates might be a particularly good fit with our personalities and needs.  Well, we interviewed that nanny the next day and hired her within the hour...the whole process took two days!  With a week to go until our vacation, we can breathe a huge sigh of relief!  Working with The Nanny Network was a pleasure, and I would recommend them to anyone!"

 

We interviewed a few agencies, but The Nanny Network was the only one to provide professional, customized and caring service.
Sue came to our house and met with us personally (and) provided very professional nanny packets...

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. ...the whole process took two days!
 Working with The Nanny Network was a pleasure, and I would recommend them to anyone!

January 2002

Thank you again for all your help.

LM in Moraga, California  (Assistant to the J. Paul Getty Family in San Francisco)

"Dear Sue;

"Thank you again for all your help.  You are very professional and your nanny packages were put together extremely well.  We are so excited about Mey!"

 

You are very professional...
...your nanny packages were put together extremely well.

March 2002

Thanks so much for your very personal, thoughtful and professional help!

KE in Oakland, California

"Dear Sue:

"Thanks so much for your very personal, thoughtful and professional help!  We really thought The Nanny Network's work was excellent!  Saba is starting work on Monday...   

"Thanks again --"

 

We really thought       The Nanny Network's work was excellent!

May 2002

Thank you very much for your assistance...

LB in Castro Valley, California

"Thank you very much for your assistance in setting up interviews with nannies for us at such a short notice!  You have been very helpful with advice and referrals during our search for a nanny for our children....  

"Again, thank you for your assistance.  We will definitely use your network again if we need a nanny and will refer you to any friends or family members who may need the assistance of a nanny."

 

You have been very helpful with advice and referrals during our search for a nanny....

We will definitely use your network again...and will refer you to any friends or family...

June 2002

I wanted to thank you so much...

GC in Oakland, California

"I wanted to thank you so much for finding Yordanos for us.  She is absolutely wonderful, and we're really excited about having her work for us.  I will talk to you when I get back from vacation.  Thanks again!"

 

She is absolutely wonderful... 

June 2002

...thanks for all your support/help.  You are the best!

DB in Richmond, California

"Dear Sue;

"Once again, thanks for all your support/help.  You are the best!  You have made this a very smooth process for me, and I will highly recommend you to friends/family in need of nanny placement!!!!"

 

You have made this a very smooth process for me, and I will highly recommend you....

June 2002

Thanks for all your help!

LR in Berkeley, California

"Thanks for all your help!  I have already recommended you to two other moms I know who are looking for nannies, so hopefully something will come out of that.  I think you do a terrific job, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to anybody!  

"Thanks again for all your help.  And it was really wonderful meeting you and your nannies."

 

I have already recommended you to two other moms...
I think you do a terrific job...

November 2002

We are very grateful for all of Sue's help during our...frustrating nanny search.

JI in Berkeley, California

"We are very grateful for all of Sue's help during our onerous and somewhat frustrating nanny search.  After contacting four agencies and responding to many neighborhood postings and using BANANAS, we found that Sue's recommendations were on the mark and knew that we wanted to hire Jennifer after just one interview!

"While there are so many people that profess their ability to help you, only two of four agencies actually sent us anyone to interview, and Sue's candidate suggestions all seemed to much better fit our needs.

"Finding someone part-time to look after our five-month-old son was not an easy process, and I cannot say how relieved we were to find Sue, both because of her positive energy and willingness to help us quickly, as well as her actually finding someone both my husband and I were happy with.

"Two months into our nanny relationship, we still are grateful to have found someone who is so wonderful with our son and makes our hectic lives so much smoother and easier."

 

...we found that Sue's recommendations were on the mark....
...Sue's candidate suggestions all seemed to much better fit our needs.

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...I cannot say how relieved we were to find Sue...because of her positive energy and willingness to help us quickly, as well as her actually finding someone [we] were happy with.
 ...we still are grateful to have found someone who is so wonderful with our son...

February 2003

...your [nanny] candidates are by far the best I've met!

TK in Oakland, California

"You do such great work!  Your [nanny information] packets are so much better than those of the other agencies.  And your [nanny] candidates are by far the best I've met!  You really blow your competition out of the water!  It's a pleasure to work with you.  Thanks for all your help."

 

You really blow your competition out of the water!

May 2003

We just can't thank you enough.

LS in Castro Valley, California

"We just can't thank you enough for making this process such an easy one for us!  We had expected it to be long, painful and stressful.  We weren't even sure we could find someone to work with us, as I didn't know if I had my job yet.  You came to our rescue!

"Bill and I are so relieved that the only problem we had in finding a nanny was in selecting one of the very experienced candidates you provided for us.  We felt so comfortable knowing their backgrounds from your extensive nanny information packets and from your personal knowledge of each one.  It also eased our minds knowing that they were all TrustLine certified.  When we met them, we were pleased with the caring way they were with Sarah.  It was a very tough choice, but we are excited about Saba.

"I will be going back to work after being out with my baby for over a year.  I can't tell you how much easier it will be, knowing that Sarah is well cared for.  We are so grateful for your exceptional, professional, kind service.  I will definitely recommend The Nanny Network for anyone faced with finding someone to care for their cherished little ones."  

 

You came to our rescue!
...[we] are so relieved that the only problem we had...was in selecting one of the very experienced candidates you provided for us.

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We are so grateful for your exceptional, professional, kind service.
I will definitely recommend The Nanny Network for anyone....

July 2003

...we are so impressed by your professionalism!

LH in Walnut Creek, California

"I just wanted to tell you that we are so impressed by your professionalism!  We had registered with some other agencies, and your agency is, far and away, the best agency out there.  Your packets are so thorough and helpful.

"It's such a pleasure working with you!"

 

...you agency is, far and away, the best agency out there."

July 2003

...your nanny service was the most professional and easiest with which to work.

JG in Castro Valley, California

"I want to let you know what a pleasure it has been working with you.  I would like to let you know that your nanny service was the most professional and easiest with which to work.  I would definitely recommend your service to friends/colleagues in the future looking for nannies."

 

 

I would  definitely recommend your service to friends/colleagues in the future....

September 2003

...we never thought we'd be able to find anyone we trusted with our infant son...until we met Janae.

DE in Pleasant Hill, California

"We were very nervous first-time parents, and we never thought we'd be able to find anyone we trusted with our infant son....until we met Janae.  She's wonderful with our son, and we are so happy with her!  

"Thank you so much, Sue, for helping us to find our nanny.  You do such a great service, and we really appreciate all you did for us."  

You do such a great service, and we really appreciate all you did for us.

October 2003

...I frantically called Sue Stimmel at The Nanny Network after an exhaustive, frustrating and fruitless nanny search.

LR in Oakland, California

"Years ago, when my first daughter was born, I frantically phoned Sue Stimmel at The Nanny Network after an exhaustive, frustrating, and fruitless nanny search.  What a professional!  She truly came to the rescue and took the time to meet with us, talk about our needs, and ultimately find the right match.  The nanny Sue sent us was a godsend -- someone who cared for our baby, was patient, responsible, reliable and experienced.  I wish I could say that lasted forever, but alas, when our nanny left to have her own child (three years and another baby for us later!), we once again called Sue.  And although I was sure I now had the experience and connections to find a nanny myself, Sue inevitably came to the rescue and easily filled the spot.

"We have come to rely upon Sue's expertise, knowledge, connections, intuition and sincere desire to fit the right nanny with the right family.  She has a rare talent and has been a huge comfort to us during what is probably one of the most stressful processes a parent can go through.

"We highly recommend Sue at The Nanny Network, and we're always grateful she's there."

 

She truly came to the rescue...
 

The nanny Sue sent us was a godsend....

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We have come to rely upon Sue's expertise, knowledge, connections, intuition and sincere desire to fit the right nanny with the right family.
We highly recommend Sue...

March 2004

...thank you for all of your efforts...

LB in Oakland, California

"I want to thank you for all of your efforts and have been really impressed with the candidates I have seen.  I would wholeheartedly recommend your company to my friends.  

"Again, thanks for everything."

 

I would wholeheartedly recommend your company to my friends.

April 2004

We were very apprehensive about hiring just anyone, and that is when we found The Nanny Network.

BRJ in Berkeley, California

"When our second daughter turned six months old, we needed to find someone who could care for her on a daily basis, in addition to caring for our older daughter after school and during summer vacation.  With our older daughter, we had a personal referral for a nanny, but this time we didn't.  

"We were very apprehensive about hiring just anyone, and that is when we found The Nanny Network.  Filling out the extensive application seemed a little overwhelming at first, but then I realized that it was really making us define the type of person we wanted, in addition to what the nanny's role would be in our lives and those of our children. 

"Once the application information was in place, Sue came and met us in our home, so she could get to know us and our children.  She presented us with packets of information about different nannies that fit our defined needs.  Then Sue set up interviews for us that worked with our busy schedules.  

"Sue made the whole process of finding a nanny an easy one.  We now have a wonderful nanny who adores our children and who is adored by our children.  Thank you, Sue, for all your assistance in making this happen!"

 

...Sue came and met us in our home, so she could get to know us and our children.
Sue made the whole process of finding a nanny an easy one.

We now have a wonderful nanny who adores our children and who is adored by our children.
Thank you, Sue, for all your assistance in making this happen!

May 2004

Veronica is working out great!

SM in Lafayette, California

"Veronica is working out great!  She is such a natural.  I really don't have to give her much direction, and I totally trust her.  She and I had a brief conversation yesterday about how she likes her work and the kids.  She says she loves it and adores the kids.  She said she is very happy.  

"Thanks so much for putting us together.  I am so lucky to have her!"

 

Thanks so much for putting us together.  I am so lucky to have her!

May 2004

We can't say enough positive things about our experience with Sue and The Nanny Network!

AM in Pleasant Hill, California

"We can't say enough positive things about our experience with Sue and The Nanny Network!  Sue worked incredibly fast and diligently to help us find the right nanny for our two-month-old twin girls.  She worked closely with us to find the perfect match and conducted thorough researches and background checks on each candidate before our introductions and interviews.  She genuinely cared about the well-being of all her clients -- parents AND nannies -- and individualized all her services to suit our needs.  We felt as if she worked solely for us to help us find our nanny, even though we know she's incredibly busy juggling many clients at any given time.  

"In the end, we had a hard time deciding on which nanny to hire because they were all excellent candidates.  Who can be lucky enough to have such a decision to make?!  

"We are thrilled to have found our perfect, caring, loving, patient, experienced, and conscientious nanny in just two short weeks -- much sooner and better than we ever anticipated!"

 

Sue worked incredibly fast and diligently to help us find the right nanny for our two-month-old twin girls.
She genuinely cared about the well-being of all her clients....

In the end, we had a hard time deciding on which nanny to hire because they were all excellent candidates.
We are thrilled to have found our perfect... nanny....

November 2004

 

"Not only are you  the most thorough and thoughtful care provider to East Bay families, you treat your employees with dignity and respect!"

VM in Pleasant Hill, California

"Dear Sue;

"Not only are you the most thorough and thoughtful [nanny] care provider to East Bay families, you treat your employees with dignity and respect!  So much so that their families choose The Nanny Network for their employer of choice!   Betel, Leah and now Rachel!

"I just got off the phone with Rachel, the twin of Leah.  She was calling to see if I thought she should also apply to work with you.  I told her YES!  Sue is the very best of the best!

"Please let me know if you need anything at all [from me]."

 

"Sue is the very best of the best!"

August 2005

Working with you was a real pleasure.

CP in Orinda, California

"Dear Sue;

"Working with you was a real pleasure.  We were referred to you by my brother and sister-in-law, who also found their nanny through you.  They were very happy with the candidates and the nanny they hired.  We are also extremely pleased!  The information packets you gave us on the first group of candidates gave a complete and meaningful picture of what the candidates were like.  We were fairly easily able to decide on two candidates to interview first.  The first was just fine, and we would have most likely been quite happy with her, but we decided to go ahead and meet the second because she was already scheduled to come to our house.  When we met her, the decision was made, and we've never looked back.  Our only concern is that someday she might NOT be our nanny!  

"The process was so easy and simple.  We hired our nanny within a week of when we first met with you, and we weren't even really in a hurry!  

"I have already recommended you to at least two families.  One is trying to find a nanny on craigslist, to no avail.  I think they will be calling you soon!

"Sue, we couldn't be happier and are counting our blessings to have been introduced to you and our nanny!  Thanks so much!" 

 

We were referred to you by my brother and sister-in-law, who also found their nanny through you.
 

The process was so easy and simple!

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I have already recommended you to at least two families.
...we couldn't be happier and are counting our blessings to have been introduced to you and our nanny!

August 2005

...the first nanny that we interviewed was a perfect match for our family!

LB in Danville, California

"My husband and I moved over from the U.K. with our seven-month-old little boy, and we struggled for a couple of months to find childcare that we were comfortable with.  As soon as we started working with Susan from The Nanny Network, we immediately felt that we had found someone who was interested in meeting our needs, and the first nanny that we interviewed was a perfect match for our family!  We were more than satisfied with The Nanny Network and would not hesitate to recommend them to any of our friends and colleagues."

 

We were more than satisfied with The Nanny Network...

September 2005

I have worked with several agencies...and you were the first to actually READ the information about the type of nanny...my family needed, and actually provided me candidates that matched our needs.

RM in Alamo, California

"Dear Sue;

"I wanted to thank you for the placement of Brianna as a permanent nanny into our family!  I have worked with several agencies in the past several years, and you were the first to actually READ the information about the type of nanny and services my family needed, and actually provided me candidates that matched our needs.  All of the other agencies seem to just grab the top three resumes off their list, throw me their resumes, and hope that one of them might fit.

"I was also impressed at how quickly you responded to my initial email request that I needed help finding a nanny.  In looking back at my emails, you responded to my initial email within 45 minutes, confirming you were interested in my business, interested in helping me with the search, and we started in on the process to find the right person to fit our needs!

"I believe the key to my positive experience with your company was the professional response, prompt response, and overall customer service attitude of doing whatever you could to help me with the tough decision process I needed to make to find the right person to fit my family.

"I am very glad that I made contact with you, and the nanny you placed with my family has been outstanding!

"I would highly recommend you and your company to any of my friends that are in a search for services needs.  I wish you all the best in the ongoing success of your organization!"

 

I was also impressed at how quickly you responded to my initial email request...

I believe the key to my positive experience ... was the professional response...and overall customer service attitude....

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....the nanny you placed with my family has been outstanding!
I would highly recommend you and your company to any of my friends that are in a search for services needs.

October 2005

 

My husband and I found The Nanny Network after an Internet search and were relieved when our experience with the service turned out to be very positive.

AM in Alameda, California

"My husband and I found The Nanny Network through an Internet search and were relieved when our experience with the service turned out to be very positive.  After our previous childcare provider quit without notice, we were distraught and feared we would never find a warm and qualified nanny to help care for our infant son.

"We met with Sue shortly after calling The Nanny Network and were impressed with her professionalism and vigilance in finding us a nanny.  Immediately she provided us with contact information for two great and experienced nannies.  My husband and I were able to arrange interviews with both; and within a week of meeting Sue, we hired our wonderful nanny who has been with us for six months.  

"Our experience with Sue and The Nanny Network was great during that very trying and stressful time."

 

...and within a week of meeting Sue, we hired our wonderful nanny who has been with us six months.

February 2006

 

Thank you so much for making our (nanny search) job easier....

KR in Concord, California

"The good news is that Luz has happily agreed to stay on with us.  We are very happy and somewhat surprised at how easy it was to find her!   Thank you so much for making our job easier by providing a thorough overview and giving us a sense of who the person is before we interviewed them.

"And thank you for being so thorough in the way you conduct business - I really do appreciate all the extra effort you go to, particularly the typed profile on the nannies.  This was very helpful.  I would not hesitate to recommend your company to anyone else in need of a nanny."

 

I really do appreciate all the extra effort you go to....
I would not hesitate to recommend your company to anyone else in need of a nanny.

February 2006

 

...I wish I would've contacted Sue much sooner!

LG in Lafayette, California

"I contacted Sue after two months of looking for our nanny.  I had interviewed at least 15 people in person at that point - and spoken to many more over the phone. I was using Craig's List as well as three other agencies - needless to say I wish I would've contacted Sue much sooner!  The first candidate she sent me was exactly what I had been looking for all along - and she sent her in about 24 hours from our first conversation.  

"I'd like to add that the format Sue uses to present the candidates to you is far superior to that of the other agencies.  She gives you enough information in a concise manner to really get a feel for the candidate and their experience, and even includes a picture of the candidate with her family - which I thought was a really nice personal touch.  All of the agencies do background checks and references - but I really like the fact that Sue meets with her prospective nannies in their own homes in order to really get a good sense of them.

 
"With Sue's help, I was able to hire our nanny without delay (again, the first and only person I interviewed through Sue) - she even provided a sample employment agreement as a WORD document - which was another distinction that I did not find with the other firms.  

"In a nutshell, I would not hesitate to recommend Sue to any fellow Moms - she understands what you are looking for, she provides outstanding service, and she's not only completely professional but very warm and helpful.  I am very happy with our nanny, and this has made my return to work much easier and less stressful than I ever thought it would be.  Thanks, Sue!"

 

...the format Sue uses to present the candidates is far superior to that of the other agencies.
The first candidate she sent me was exactly what I had been looking for all along....

 

...I really like the fact that Sue meets with her prospective nannies in their own homes in order to really get a good sense of them.
With Sue's help, I was able to hire our nanny without delay...
In a nutshell, I would not hesitate to recommend Sue to any fellow Moms....

February 2006

 

The Nanny Network is a service that I would highly recommend.

HG in Berkeley, California

"The Nanny Network is a service that I would highly recommend.  As a new mother, I was very nervous about hiring someone to take care of our daughter when I returned to work.  Not only did Sue allay my fears and walked us through the process like a consummate professional, but she sent us only the most qualified and experienced candidates.  We adore the nanny we hired through The Nanny Network.  She has been a godsend to our family."

 

We adore the nanny we hired through The Nanny Network.  

January 2007

 

I wanted to thank you so very much for introducing us to Ericka.

JF in Berkeley, California

"I wanted to thank you so very much for introducing us to Ericka.  She is a fabulous, strong, educated woman and we are so pleased to have her in our family's life.  She has had a bit to contend with as our family is a bit complicated (odd schedules, feeding issues, etc.), but she has certainly stepped up to the plate and handles each day with such grace.  She brings much love and joy to our children's lives and some real sanity to ours'.  I just wanted to let you know that we greatly appreciate Ericka and appreciate you for the important connection that you have provided.  

"Keep up the great work and take care."

 

...we greatly appreciate Ericka and appreciate  you for the important connection  that you have provided.  

March 2007

 

My experiences with the Nanny Network were exceptional...

LBP in Lafayette, California

"My experiences with the Nanny Network were exceptional, and I'm pleased to write to let you know.

"Starting on the journey of finding child care for my son was something I approached with trepidation.  I wanted to work with a placement agency that took the process seriously and understood my concerns about transitioning from being the primary caregiver to hiring someone to do this for our family.  I appreciated your professional manner, your home visit to meet me in person and understand what I was looking for.  Based on this first visit, I was able to choose three or four candidates I was interested in meeting.

"The packets that were provided to me were excellent resources for learning about the candidates, understanding what they were looking for and even seeing what they looked like from the pictures included.  I liked the 'basic' set of background checks, references and other information that was included in the packet.  It provided a great overview for determining who to meet and interview. 

"I also appreciated your willingness to be the intermediary in the discussions with the nannies, allowing me to stay out of the back and forth and letting me make a decision without having to spend a lot of time interacting with those I wasn’t interested in.  That was an excellent use of my time and I was glad it was part of what was included in the service you provided.

"All the Nanny Network candidates were of exceptional skill and ability.  When we met Emilia, we knew she was right for us.  We continued to interview, to assure ourselves we’d done a thorough job of finding the right person, but there was no one else that 'felt' just as right as she did.  She is working out beautifully with our son and we hope for a long relationship with her.

"The resources you provided during the process of negotiating with our nanny were very helpful.  Not having done something like this before, I appreciated being able to talk it through with you, gain from your experience and craft an agreement that worked well for everyone.  All the information provided helped to inform and assist me in making the best decision for our family.

"Thank you again, Sue, for the exceptional service and concern for our family.  I’m recommending you to my mom’s group and anyone else that asks about our process and experience."

The (nanny) packets that were provided to me were excellent resources for learning about the (nanny) candidates....
I also appreciated your willingness to be the intermediary in the discussions with the nannies....

All the Nanny Network candidates were of exceptional skill and ability.
When we met Emilia, we knew she was right for us.
Thank you again, Sue....I'm recommending you to my mom's group and anyone else that asks about our process and experience.

June 2007

I am writing to inform you that Maria has worked out wonderfully...

CM in San Ramon, California

"I am writing to inform you that Maria has worked out wonderfully in just one week of being our new nanny!  I can't believe how quickly Alex has adjusted to his new friend and nanny.  Not only does she care and nurture him, but she also takes care of us!  She is so thoughtful, resourceful, caring, enthusiastic, very playful, congenial, creative, hardworking, knowledgeable, etc., etc., etc.!  One of my neighbors ran into Maria at the park yesterday.  She observed that she had a lot of chemistry with Alex, in just one week of him losing his other beloved nanny.

"We are so thankful for your efforts in finding us the right fit!  I will write a formal thank you letter...that you can share with your future clients because I want everyone to know how thorough you were in finding us the perfect nanny!!"  

 

 We are so thankful for your efforts in finding us the right fit!
I will write a formal thank you letter...because I want everyone to know how thorough you were in finding us the perfect nanny!

August 2007

Thank you so much for your help in finding our wonderful nanny Nai.

HJ in Berkeley, California

"Dear Sue:

"Thank you so much for your help in finding our wonderful nanny Nai. Over the past two years, she has been a loving, experienced, devoted nanny, and our daughter absolutely adores her.

"I highly recommend the Nanny Network and your services.  As a first-time mother about to go back to work, I was stressed and overwhelmed by the process of finding a loving caretaker for our daughter.  We had commenced our search online, and I had made initial contact with another nanny agency before contacting the Nanny Network; however, without success.  I was impressed immediately by your personal touch and professionalism.  I appreciated the fact that you visited our home personally, as well as those of your nanny candidates.  Following our initial meeting, you presented us with very comprehensive and helpful information packets for several candidates, containing background information such as reference letters from previous employers, and even photographs of the candidates with children they had cared for.  We interviewed several candidates, all of whom appeared highly qualified and personable.  And, as described above, we found the perfect match in Nai.   As a result of working with you and the Nanny Network, we were able to conclude our nanny search quickly and successfully.  I am recommending your services whenever I hear of anyone in search of a nanny."  

 

As a result of working with you and the Nanny Network, we were able to conclude our nanny search quickly and successfully.
I am recommending your services whenever I hear of anyone in search of a nanny.

December 2007

I was very nervous about being able to find a nanny...on such short notice.

ML in San Ramon, California

"I contacted Sue at The Nanny Network two weeks prior to returning to work.  I was very anxious about being able to find a nanny for our three-month-old on such short notice.  Of course, I also wanted to make sure that we found a qualified and caring nanny with whom we felt completely comfortable leaving our child.  Since it is not always easy to get out of the house when you are caring for an infant, I really appreciated Sue coming to our house and reviewing all of the candidate packets with me.  I think Sue has a natural ability to match nannies with families, as she seemed to have a very good sense of what my husband and I were looking for after only a few conversations.  

"Sue helped us find our current nanny who we have now been working with for two months and who we absolutely love!  I feel so lucky to have been able to find such a wonderful nanny, and I owe this to Sue.  

"In addition to helping us find our nanny, Sue was also very helpful during the hiring process, providing us with sample agreement forms and providing me with additional advice.  

"I had a wonderful experience with The Nanny Network, and I would definitely recommend it to other moms.  Thank you, Sue...we are very grateful!"

...I really appreciated Sue coming to our house and reviewing the candidate packets with me.
Sue helped us find our current nanny who we have now been working with for two months and who we absolutely love!

I think Sue has a natural ability to match nannies with families...
I had a wonderful experience with The Nanny Network, and I would definitely recommend it to other moms.

August 2008

What a relief to have someone here to help now that school has started!

KK in Walnut Creek, California

"Shelly has started today.  What a relief to have someone here to help now that school has started!  
 
"Thanks so much for all your help.  You are very professional and we appreciate your thoroughness and follow-up.  Hopefully Shelly will be with us for a long time to come."
 
Thanks so much for all your help.

August 2008

...thank you for all the time and effort you put into helping me.

JL in Berkeley, California

"Susan, thank you for all the time and effort you put into helping me.  I am sure I will need you again in the future, so I look forward to working together again."
 
...I look forward to working together again.

September 2008

 

Thank you again...

RE in Berkeley, California

"Thank you again for being so speedy in finding us a nanny.  I can relax now."
I can relax now.

December 2008

I have to thank you very much.

ASK in Oakland, California

"I have to thank you very much.  I love your service, and hiring a nanny for Abbie was such a cool experience.  Feuy is WONDERFUL.  I am so glad she is taking care of Abbie and that we found her through your agency.  Abbie just loves Feuy, and the two of them are a hoot together.  

"Thanks and have a wonderful holiday season."

 
I love your service, and hiring a nanny for Abbie was such a cool experience.

TESTIMONIALS FROM NANNIES

October 1998

Just wanted...to let you know how thankful I am for all your services...

AT in Oakland, California (nanny)

"Just wanted to write you a line to let you know how thankful I am for all your services you have offered me.  Thanks to your help, you have made my experience in the Bay Area a successful one. Thank you!"

 

November 1998

....I really felt as though I had an advocate..

KR in Berkeley, California (nanny)

"I would like to thank you for all your wonderful help over the course of my job search.  It really felt as though I was not 'in it alone' because of your professional help.  I really felt as through I had an advocate and appreciated your perseverance and friendly manner.

"I am very impressed with your agency; and should I be in the job market again...I would certainly call you.  I will also recommend your agency to parents and nannies.  You have a knack for good matches.  Thank you!"

 

I am very impressed with your agency...
I will also   recommend your agency to parents and nannies.
You have a knack for good matches.

January 1999

Susan Stimmel is a great person to work with.

MM in Martinez, California (nanny)

"Susan Stimmel is a great person to work with.  She is dedicated to her work with both parents and nannies.  She is very professional during the initial interview and becomes more personal from that point on.  By Susan using the skill of getting to know her clients, it makes it easy as a client to feel she is competent in her job.

"Susan is amazing in her ability to get the interviewing between the nanny and the families started.  She sends you on an interview after the in-home interview with a family whose needs are equal to your needs.  I had my in-home interview (with Susan) on a Friday and started my interviewing (with parents) on the following Saturday and had a job with a great family the following Monday.  Susan stays involved throughout the interviewing process.  She is there to give you any advice you may need.   Susan also works hard to get you a wage and benefits package to make the job more desirable.

I will be telling all of my friends about The Nanny Network and Susan that may be interested in becoming a nanny.  I am confident that Susan runs a high-quality nanny agency and will continue to do so."  

 

She is very professional... 
Susan is amazing in her ability to get the interviewing between the nanny and the families started.
Susan also works hard to get you a wage and benefits (package) to make the job more desirable.
I will be telling all my friends about The Nanny Network and Susan...
Susan runs a high-quality nanny agency...

July 2000

I want to send you a heartfelt thank you..

KG in Concord, California (nanny)

"I want to send you a heartfelt thank you for all the hard work you put into finding me the perfect nanny position.   This job placement was the second you have found for me.  Each time you worked diligently to find me the position I required.  My hours and travel were something to consider as well as my infant child I bring to work with me.  You consistently followed up with me on the phone and always reassured me that my skills were needed somewhere.

"The family I now work for, thanks to you and your company, is the job I had always hoped for.  I am very happy with the service The Nanny Network provided for me and hope that if the need arises in the future, I can use you again."

 

...you worked diligently to find me the position I required. 
You consistently followed up with me on the phone and always reassured me that my skills were needed....
The family I now work for...is the job I had always hoped for.

July 2001

I am so glad I chose The Nanny Network in seeking employment.

DR in Livermore, California (nanny)

"I am so glad I chose The Nanny Network in seeking employment.  I was very impressed when Susan Stimmel met with me at my convenience and was willing to meet me where I wanted.  When I met with her, I was excited when she showed me information on prospective families I could possibly work for.  She knew a lot about their personalities, hobbies, etc.  That was very helpful because with that knowledge, she helped place me with a perfect family!  I feel our personalities and views on raising children match very well.  I've been with this family for two months now and couldn't be happier.  Thank you so much, Susan!

...Susan...met with me at my convenience... 
...she helped place me with a perfect family!
I've been with this family for two months now and couldn't be happier.

October 2001

 Thanks so much for helping me find the "Smiths"!

SM in Castro Valley, California (nanny)

"Thanks so much for helping me find the 'Smiths'!  I had a great first week, and I look forward to many more!  I can't tell you how relieved I am to have found a great job and not just taking a job that I didn't really like because I needed the $$$!  Thanks for all your help -- please keep in touch."

 

 

I can't tell you how relieved I am to have found a great job...
Thanks for all your help -- please keep in touch.

August 2002

I really appreciate all your time and efforts in my behalf...

LS in Walnut Creek, California (nanny)

"I really appreciate all your time and efforts in my behalf, and I felt like you represented me well to prospective employers.  You are extremely professional, yet very kind and sweet at the same time. That is a good quality to have.  

"Everything is running great with Dorothy and Sophia.  I couldn't have asked for a better match.  Anyhow, you're great, and I feel fortunate that I called you!  You can be sure that I will highly recommend you to any prospective nannies or those seeking a nanny.

"Thanks again for everything, Susan."

 

You are extremely professional, yet very kind and sweet... 
I couldn't have asked for a better match [with a family]. 
You can be sure that I will highly recommend you...

August 2002

When I think of The Nanny Network, I think of loyalty, dedication, hard work and a love of children and their families...

JM in Oakland, California (nanny)

"To Everyone Looking For A Nanny:

"When I think of The Nanny Network, I think of loyalty, dedication, hard work and a love for children and their families, as well as respect and devotion to all of her nannies.

"Sue is there day or night for the families and nannies.  I have literally called on Sue hundreds of times with questions as well as problems, and she has been there for all hundreds of times, eagerly answering or trying to find a solution for everyone involved.

"I would highly recommend The Nanny Network to any and everyone who is looking for a seriously dedicated person to help them through this difficult and sometimes scary time of looking for a qualified and loving person to take care of their little pride and joy.  

"The Nanny Network is the #1 nanny service in the entire Bay Area."

 

Sue is there day and night for the families and nannies. 
I would highly recommend The Nanny Network to any and everyone... 
The Nanny Network is the #1 nanny service in the entire Bay Area.

October 2002

I would like to thank you very much for all of your hard work and diligence....

KF in Danville, California (nanny)

"I would like to thank you very much for all of your hard work and diligence in helping me to find a family to care for.  From the first day that I met with you, you treated me with respect, honesty and integrity.  I have never had the pleasure to work with an agency that cared so immensely about the match between a child care provider and the parents.  I felt that through every step of the way, you asked many pertinent questions and gave very honest and helpful feedback.

"I feel so fortunate to have been placed with the 'J' family and will be grateful for the opportunity to work with such incredible people and children.  Thank you again for having such dedication and commitment for introducing good people to good people!  I am very blessed to have had your help and will absolutely recommend The Nanny Network to anyone that may be in need.

"Thank you again!"

 

From the first day I met with you, you treated me with respect, honesty and integrity.
Thank you again for having such dedication and commitment for introducing good people to good people!
I...will absolutely recommend The Nanny Network to anyone that may be in need.

November 2002

Thank you again for assisting me in finding a job that fits my needs.

DH in Oakland, California (nanny)

"Dear Sue;

"This is long overdue!  Thank you again for assisting me in finding a job that fit my needs.  The family you placed me with is working out well.

"Connor is growing and learning more everyday.  He is used to me being around while his parents work.  We've established a rapport that works for both of us.  I learn from him as well as him learning from me.  

"There are moments in the day that tell me this is where I am supposed to be today.  Once in a while, he will look at me and laugh, and I know we share that moment and that we have connected.

"He keeps me busy all the time.  I call him Connor-Bonnor.  My Connor-Bonnor!  When I leave, I ask for an Eskimo kiss.  That's our special way of ending the day!  I feel blessed and tired.

"Thanks so much, Sue.  You are a gem!"

 

There are moments in the day that tell me this is where I am supposed to be today.
Once in a while, he will look at me and laugh, and I know we share that moment and that we have connected.
Thanks so much, Sue.  You are a gem!

November 2002

I wanted to thank you for the wonderful work you have accomplished...

EG in Oakland, California (nanny)

"Dear Sue;

"I wanted to thank you for the wonderful work you have accomplished at The Nanny Network to find me an employment and a family I really enjoy working with.  Yes, you did it again!  You found me another great job after you placed me four years ago with a family which I have been 'adopted' into.  

"Your efforts in finding the perfect match pays off on both sides, and the new family and I are delighted to have found each other.

"I would not hesitate to send you all the competent nannies out there because I know you would find them each their dream job.

"Thank you again for all you did."

 

You found me another great job after you placed me four years ago...
...the new family and I are delighted to have found each other.
I would not hesitate to send you all the competent nannies out there because I know you would find them each their dream job.

February 2003

I was placed through Sue from The Nanny Network.   She has the best placement agency around!

ECE in Oakland, California (nanny)

"Hello!  I am Ericka from Oakland, CA.  I am currently a full-time nanny.  I was placed through Sue from The Nanny Network.  She has the best placement agency around!  She really strives for excellence in all she does.  She provides the very best placement for the nannies who are looking for placement.  Also to parents looking for a pre-screened professional nanny.  

"Sue is kind, professional, patient, understanding and honest.  I would highly recommend her for your nanny needs.  Sue makes sure the nannies she sends on interviews will reflect the type of professionalism she provides.  Also to the nannies looking for placement, the families are pre-screened as well by Sue personally.

"If I had to use one word for Sue, I would say she's extraordinary!"

 

She really strives for excellence in all she does.
I would highly recommend her for your nanny needs.
If I had to use one word for Sue, I would say she's extraordinary!

August 2004

 Thank you so much for all your hard work in finding me a nanny position.

RS in Castro Valley, California (nanny)

"Thank you so much for all your hard work in finding me a nanny position.  I have used other agencies in the past and never have gotten a response like I got from you.  You were very professional, and always kept in contact with me about current nanny positions, and you came to meet me at my home.  I would recommend your agency to anyone looking for a nanny or a nanny position.

"Thank you again for all of your dedication, patience and hard work!"

 

You...always kept in contact with me about current nanny positions....
I would recommend your agency to anyone looking for a nanny or a nanny position.

August 2005

 Thank you so much for all of the help you have given me.

DG in Antioch, California (nanny)

"Thank you so much for all of the help you have given me.  I think you have a great way of placing people.  All of the interviews I have gone on have turned out great.  I love all of the families you have set me up with.  I am so happy to have found a part-time position and great babysitting positions.  I have worked with two other agencies in the past couple of years, and they did not offer near the quality of service your agency does.

"Thank you again for all the great things you have done for me."

 

All of the interviews I have gone on have turned out great.
I

August 2005

Thank you so much for finding me a nanny job in a perfect family.  

KJ in San Pablo, California (nanny)

"Thank you so much for finding me a nanny job in a perfect family.  Now I have been working with this family for five months, and everything is going pretty well.  The parents and I not only share ideas of childcare, but also of our personal lives.  It is such a good feeling of working with a family that fits you the best!

"I have been using several nanny agencies for my job searching before, but none of them are as dedicated, hardworking and professional as yours.  I was so impressed with your efficiency when you showed up at my house to do the initial interview one week after I sent my application package to you.  Your understanding and honesty made me feel really comfortable in this job search experience.  You were always standing on top of every interview you refer me to, and gave me feedback promptly.  You know both the parents and the nannies pretty well, so you are able to match them in a perfect way.  I have never seen any other agencies that care so much about the match between the nanny and the family.

"Thank you again for all your hard work that brings good people to good people."

 

I have been using several nanny agencies...before, but none of them are as dedicated, hardworking and professional as yours.
Your understanding and honesty made me feel really comfortable in this job search experience.
Thank you again for all your hard work that brings good people to good people.

August 2005

I appreciate Sue's thoroughness and professionalism. 

SV in Concord, California (nanny)

"Hello!  I have been a nanny with Sue at The Nanny Network for a little over a year.  I appreciate Sue's thoroughness and professionalism.  I immediately felt at ease with Sue throughout my nanny interview process.

"I have been introduced to some fabulous families who call and request me on a regular basis.  They have all been a perfect match.

"Anyone -- nanny and prospective family -- is in great hands with Sue.  She goes beyond the extra mile to make sure everyone feels comfortable and that it is a great fit.  I recommend her to everyone I meet.  I look forward to when we talk on the phone.

"Thank you for everything, Sue.  I look forward to my continued employment with you!"

 

I have been introduced to some fabulous families who call and request me on a regular basis.
Anyone -- nanny and prospective family -- is in great hands with Sue.
[Sue] goes beyond the extra mile to make sure everyone feels comfortable and that it is a good fit.

August 2005

 This is my second time working with Sue and The Nanny Network.

SM in Concord, California (nanny)

"This is my second time working with Sue and The Nanny Network.  I have been a Bay Area nanny for 14 years now and have worked with many agencies, but have found The Nanny Network to be my favorite.  Sue has placed me with my dream job of working three long days a week with a fantastic family who, after only a few weeks, I am very fond of and feel so appreciated!  Sue has always listened to what I was looking for and, two for two, has hit it right on the money!  

"I will hopefully be with my new family for a long time; but if anything should happen, Sue at The Nanny Network will be the first person I call.  Thanks Sue!"

 

Sue has placed me with my dream job...with a fantastic family...
Sue has always listened to what I was looking for and, two for two, has hit it right on the money!

February 2008

...thank you so much for your help to find me a nice family and for checking up on how I am doing with the family.

LB in Oakland, California (nanny)

"Susan, thank you so much for your help to find me a nice family and for checking up on how I am doing with the family.  I just want to say thank you so much!  You are the best!  I'm so glad and so happy!  THANK YOU!"

 

July 2008

...thank you for all of your hard work and diligence in helping me to find a family to care for.

LS in Castro Valley, California (nanny)

"I would like to thank you very much for all of your hard work and diligence in helping me to find a family to care for.  Also to the nannies looking for placement, Sue at The Nanny Network will be the first person I call.  

"Thank you again for all the great things you have done for me."

 

September 2008

...I am super happy, and this is one of the best match of families that I was ever placed in....

GSV in Brentwood, California (nanny)

"Hello Sue, this is Shelly with Karen and Jeff.  I just want to tell you that I am super happy, and this is one of the best match of families that I was ever placed in, and that has to be because of you.  They are super!  They treat me really well.  I love Dylan and Lily.  Joshua is great, too.  He really helps.  

"This is everything I wanted in a family, and I just want to say thank you!"  

 

This is everything I wanted in a family....

September 2008

...Susan...made looking for a job so easy....

TH in Castro Valley, California (nanny)

"Working with Susan Stimmel has been one of the easiest parts of my job.  She had made looking for a job so easy, and not only was it really easy, but she found me really nice families to work with. She always got me great jobs with really good benefits and great wages.  I can tell she worked so hard so that I could get a job.  She would send me alot of options for work when I would be out of work.  And I really appreciate Susan because I can never be jobless, she's always there to help me find another one in no time.

 "Thank you for everything, Susan!"

 

She always got me great jobs with really good benefits....

October 2008

 

...thank you so so much from the bottom of my heart for giving me this job working with Julia.

LF in Castro Valley, California (nanny)

"Hi Sue, I just wanted to tell you thank you so, so much from the bottom of my heart for giving me this job working with Julia and a wonderful family.  On the 30th, she just turned 10 months old.  Cute as a button.  So I just wanted to call you and let  you know.  

"Thank you so much again.  I am working with a wonderful family, and I am very happy.  I will talk to you soon."

 

I am working with a wonderful family....

May 2009

 

Thanks so much for your help and encouragement!

RS in Oakland, California (nanny)

"Thanks so much for all you help and encouragement!  As always, you are a pleasure to work with.  Talk to you soon!"

 

 

 

 

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