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Help for a mother or father at home: which law applies, which certificate to ask for, and what caregivers on Pinoyaya ask for in Metro Manila.
Quick answer: Pinoyaya helpers in Metro Manila whose main job is elderly care ask a median of ₱18,000 a month (17 profiles, November 2026), an asking rate, not a wage paid. A certified caregiver is covered by the Caregivers' Welfare Act (RA 11965), which sets pay at no less than the regional minimum wage. As of November 2026, 19 elderly-care helpers have public profiles in Metro Manila.
Arranging care for a parent? Browse Metro Manila caregivers free on Pinoyaya and look for the ID-Verified badge: passes from ₱399.
Get the app →Caregiver or kasambahay: which law applies?
Two laws can apply to someone who looks after an elderly parent at home, and they set different rules.
| Rule | Caregivers' Welfare Act (RA 11965) | Batas Kasambahay (RA 10361) |
|---|---|---|
| Who it covers | A caregiver aged 18+ who is TESDA-certified or a licensed health professional listed with DOLE (Sec. 3) | Anyone doing domestic work for a household in an employment relationship (Sec. 4) |
| Minimum pay | Not below the regional minimum wage for non-agricultural workers (Sec. 9; DOLE DO 254-25, Rule IV Sec. 1(b)) | ₱7,800 a month in NCR (Wage Order No. NCR-DW-06) |
| Contract | Written and notarized, copy to the caregiver (Sec. 5) | Written, before work starts (Sec. 11) |
| Hours | 8-hour normal day; overtime of at least 25% (DO 254-25, Rule IV Sec. 1(a)) | At least 8 hours of total rest a day (Sec. 20) |
| Resigning | Caregiver gives written notice at least one month ahead (Sec. 18) | 5 days' notice if there is no fixed term (Sec. 32) |
If you are not sure which law fits the person you are hiring, call DOLE's free hotline 1349 before you sign. Our caregiver salary guide covers overtime, night differential and benefits under RA 11965 in detail.
Home caregiver, nurse or TESDA NC II: what to ask for
- Home caregiver with TESDA Caregiving NC II: trained for daily living support such as bathing, feeding, moving safely, taking vital signs and giving prescribed home medicines. Ask to see the original certificate.
- Registered nurse: needed when your parent has wound care, tube feeding or other clinical needs. Nurses hold a PRC license; ask for the license and check it with the Professional Regulation Commission.
- Experienced helper without a certificate: can be a good fit for companionship and light support, but would fall under Batas Kasambahay rather than RA 11965.
RA 11965 lets employers ask for a TESDA certificate or caregiver training certificate, a medical certificate, and NBI or police and barangay clearances before signing (Sec. 6). Pinoyaya does not check certificates or licenses. The only check we offer is the optional ID-Verified badge, which matches a government ID to a live selfie. Checking documents is your job, so ask your parent's doctor what level of care is needed before you write the job post.
What caregivers on Pinoyaya ask for
| Figure | Amount |
|---|---|
| Median asking rate, elderly-care helpers in Metro Manila (17 profiles, November 2026) | ₱18,000 a month |
| Legal floor for a certified caregiver under RA 11965 | Regional non-agricultural minimum wage |
Helpers type their own rate or tap one of the app's example amounts (up to ₱18,000), so asking rates cluster at those values. Treat the median as a starting point, not a market price.
Method: public, non-staff profiles in Metro Manila with elderly care as the main job that list a monthly rate of ₱1,000 or more, checked 12 November 2026. Asking rates are not wages paid. The non-agricultural minimum is a daily rate set by the NCR wage board; check the current figure on the NWPC website.
Plan the hours before you plan the person
Elderly care is rarely a neat 8-hour day. Night turns, hospital visits and a parent who wakes at 3 am all add up. Under RA 11965, work beyond 8 hours a day earns overtime, so a single caregiver working around the clock is both unfair and costly. For 24-hour care, plan two caregivers in shifts, or a caregiver plus a family member who covers nights. Write the schedule, the rest day and who covers the rest day into the contract.
Where caregivers are on Pinoyaya
Public profiles with elderly care as the main job, as of November 2026:
| City | Public profiles |
|---|---|
| Pasig, Makati, Marikina | 3 each |
| Quezon City, Manila, Las Piñas | 2 each |
| Caloocan, Parañaque, Mandaluyong, San Juan | 1 each |
Elderly care is a smaller group than yayas or housekeepers, so look across neighbouring cities and allow a little more time. If your parent lives in Metro Manila and you work abroad, our guide for OFW families explains how to vet someone with a trusted relative on the ground.
Contract and paperwork
For a certified caregiver, RA 11965 needs a signed and notarized contract covering duties, period, pay, hours and overtime, rest days and leave, board and lodging, and termination (Sec. 5). For a helper covered by Batas Kasambahay, use our free kasambahay contract template and read the Batas Kasambahay guide; kasambahay minimums by region are in the 2026 minimum wage guide. Under either law, 13th-month pay and SSS, PhilHealth and Pag-IBIG apply.
Browse caregivers in Metro Manila
This is the badge to look for: ID-VERIFIED. It appears on the profile of any helper who has chosen to complete the optional identity check (a government ID matched to a live selfie). It is an identity check, not a background check. Browsing and posting a job are free; one-time passes from ₱399 (7 days) or ₱699 (30 days) let you message and send offers. Passes never renew.
Get the Pinoyaya app →Frequently asked questions
How much does a caregiver for the elderly ask for in Metro Manila?
Pinoyaya helpers in Metro Manila whose main job is elderly care ask a median of ₱18,000 a month (17 profiles, November 2026). That is an asking rate, not a wage paid. A certified caregiver must be paid at least the regional minimum wage for non-agricultural workers under RA 11965.
Is a caregiver covered by Batas Kasambahay or the Caregivers' Welfare Act?
A caregiver aged 18 or older who is TESDA-certified or a licensed health professional listed with DOLE is covered by the Caregivers' Welfare Act (RA 11965). Other household workers fall under Batas Kasambahay (RA 10361). Ask DOLE hotline 1349 if you are unsure.
Does Pinoyaya check caregiver certificates?
No. Pinoyaya does not check TESDA certificates, PRC licenses or clearances. The only check is the optional ID-Verified badge, which matches a government ID to a live selfie. Ask to see original documents before you sign.
How much notice does a caregiver give to resign?
Under RA 11965 (Section 18), a caregiver may end the contract by giving the employer written notice at least one month in advance.
Can one caregiver look after my parent 24 hours a day?
Not fairly. Under RA 11965 the normal workday is 8 hours and longer hours earn overtime. For round-the-clock care, plan two caregivers in shifts, or a caregiver plus a family member.
Metro Manila city guides
- Metro Manila overview
- Quezon City
- Caloocan
- Makati
- BGC & Taguig
- Pasig
- Mandaluyong
- Parañaque
- Las Piñas
- Alabang & Muntinlupa
Related reading
- All-around helpers in Metro Manila
- Housekeepers in Metro Manila
- Babysitters in Metro Manila
- Caregiver salary in the Philippines, and how to hire one
- Caregiver jobs in the Philippines (for helpers)
- Hiring help from abroad: a guide for OFW families
- How to check background and references
- Free kasambahay contract template
- A plain-English guide to Batas Kasambahay (RA 10361)
This guide is for general information only and is not legal advice. Asking rates are what helpers list on their public Pinoyaya profiles, not wages paid. Confirm current minimums with DOLE (hotline 1349) or the NWPC.