I think in the end the government made the choice for you. Having a cleaner would not have been classed as essential.

I would give them the choice. The reason for this is they may be struggling a lot financially. I know of a few front line workers who had work hours increased so increased their cleaners hours – they were so grateful.

She just might be hoping you won’t want her to clean during this time. It’s pandemonium in most houses at present, and she probably doesn’t want to catch this virus from you and yours any more than you feel compromised by having her in your home. Talk to her about it.

As long as you social distance it should be ok as anyone with a job is considered essential as per the PM

My cleaner left us the week before the full impact of COVID19 hit.. we have decided to hold off looking for another until things settle down again

The services we are no longer using and shops we are no longer going to are grateful for a discussion and not going. They are concerned about their own safety, their staff and the community too.

My cleaner is coming, but she disinfects her hands before coming in, and is sing more disinfectant products.

It’s worth waiting a month or two to see how things are going.

Not a good idea unfortunately

Nope, not worth the risk and I’m sure she’d understand.

I agree with pretty much everyone on here. It is too risky, especially if she is cleaning other peoples houses as well as yours. Talk to her about it and I am sure she will understand, she might even be relieved because it means she can practice social distancing a bit better.

I agree with what natct said; have the kids playing outside when she comes and talk with eachother about protective measures, you could even write things down in a service agreement.
Weigh the pros and cons and make your decision.
This morning I’ve an appointment with a home based support worker for my 10yr who has an attachment disorder. I have the NDIS funding for it and can do with the help for my daughter.

With all the information out there, I’m sure she will understand and not take offence. Don’t risk it. Stay safe.

The government is requesting social distancing and minimal contact. I would advise that you follow government advice. At the same time tell your cleaner how valued they are and you would like to continue the arrangement after the crisis is over.

no you should now be very carefull nit only for self but for the others as well

I would cancel having her at the moment for both your sakes. It’s not worth the risk

I think you and her have to make the decision together. She may not want to come anymore at the moment?

Good idea indeed to tell her that you stop for now. I am sure she will understand.

I would say no. I called my cleaner yesterday to say no as my son and I are home so we can do it. I understand it’s not a huge amount I pay her, but understand she may need it. However, she was pleased as she is now having to look after her granddaughter (even though she shouldn’t be) and her husband is 87 so she can’t afford to leave her home and have him susceptible to anything. We both agreed, based on all of the above, that it was the best thing for all concerned. I was more worried about her and her husband, than anything she might bring into our home.

I would say, 100% do not have the cleaner at your place. You want to minimise un-necessary contact with people to stop or minimise any spread of the disease. Got to think of the vulnerable people out there during these times, not ourselves.