Maria Divina Benabese Dela Cruz was born and raised in the quiet town of Angadanan, Isabela, in the northern part of the Philippines.

She finished her secondary education at Angadanan National High School in 2001. Like many young dreamers in her province, she had ambitions of earning a college degree and pursued a course in Computer Studies. Unfortunately, her college education was cut short due to financial difficulties. But what Divina lacked in resources, she made up for with determination and sacrifice. They are blessed with three children, now aged 16, 7, and 5, who serve as her greatest motivation. With a growing family and rising expenses, Divina made the life-changing decision to work abroad in hopes of giving her children a better future.

Her journey as a domestic helper began,

HONGKONG (2009 – 2011). There, she worked for a Chinese family in a large, three-storey, five-bedroom home. The household included a couple and their three children, ages 17, 15, and 5. She worked alongside two other maids, and together they managed the household chores and took turns looking after the children. It was her first experience abroad, and though the work was demanding, she embraced every responsibility with patience and grace. She lived with them in a 3-bedroom HDB flat and served as an all-around helper, doing all the household chores except cooking. Her primary focus was caring for the children, especially the infant, which further strengthened her skills in baby care.

HONGKONG (May 2016 – Dec 2017), she returned to Hong Kong, this time to assist an elderly couple aged 89 and 87. Though both were still mobile, they needed help with daily routines and maintaining their home. Divina shared the responsibilities with another helper, and together they made sure the elderly couple lived comfortably and safely.

Since returning to the Philippines, Divina has remained productive. While waiting for a new job opportunity in Singapore, she helps her husband with farm work and has started a small home business producing and selling dishwashing soap. She continues to be an example of resilience and creativity, always finding ways to support her family.

With over four years of international experience, Divina has grown confident in handling newborns, toddlers, and school-aged children. She is skilled in preparing meals, feeding, bathing, changing clothes and diapers, and providing age-appropriate educational activities. She also enjoys household work, especially cleaning and organizing. She can cook Filipino dishes and has picked up basic Chinese recipes, with a strong willingness to learn more, including other foreign cuisines.

In addition to her domestic skills, Divina is open to doing gardening, pet care, and car washing, if required.

For Maria Divina Dela Cruz, working abroad isn’t just a job—it’s a mission to give her children a brighter future and to be of service to families who need a trustworthy and dependable hand in their homes. She hopes to be given another chance to do just that.

Family is very important to Raquel, and she takes great pride in raising her children with love and discipline, while supporting her husband in providing for their household. Growing up in a rural community, Raquel learned early the values of patience, hard work, and responsibility, which she carried with her into adulthood.

In 2004, Raquel completed her secondary education at Lucban High School. Although she was not able to pursue college due to financial limitations, she chose to help her family and start working to support her younger siblings.

Her career as a domestic helper, :

PHILIPPINES (2018 to 2020), she worked for a Filipino family living in a 3-bedroom, 2-storey house. The household included a couple and their 1-year-old child. Raquel served as an all-around helper—doing household chores such as cleaning, laundry, ironing, cooking, marketing, and most importantly, childcare. She was in charge of bathing, feeding, and playing with the child, helping him grow in a clean and safe environment.

SINGAPORE (October 2023 - Mar 2024), Raquel had the opportunity to work overseas in Singapore. She was hired by a Chinese family living in a 3-room HDB flat. The family had four children aged 16, 15, 10, and 7. There were two helpers in the household, and Raquel was mainly responsible for taking care of the two younger children. Her daily duties included childminding, laundry, ironing, marketing, and car washing. Unfortunately, her employment ended in March 2024 when the employer decided to relocate the entire family back to China.

With her years of experience, Raquel is confident in handling all household tasks. She claims to be good at keeping the house clean—a job that she is willing and happy to take on. She understands the importance of maintaining a tidy and organized home, especially in households with children.

She is also capable of performing childcare duties such as feeding, bathing, preparing school things, and playing with the children. In terms of cooking, Raquel is comfortable preparing Filipino dishes and simple Chinese meals. She is able to follow recipe books and is very enthusiastic about learning how to cook new foreign dishes.

Raquel is currently waiting for another opportunity to work in Singapore or abroad. She is available for phone interviews upon request and welcomes the chance to work with a new employer who will value her skills, experience, and dedication to her job.

Jenevie Baruela De La Cuadra is a 38-year-old, family-oriented woman with a strong sense of responsibility and a proven record of dedication in domestic work.

The eldest among four siblings, Jenevie naturally embraced the role of a caretaker early on.

Educationally, she completed her secondary studies at Northern Abra National High School in 2003, followed by a two-year Computer Secretarial course at the Data Center College of the Philippines, graduating in 2005. She began her working journey as a cashier in a grocery store from 2006 to 2010, where she developed her skills in handling transactions, customer service, and daily operations with accuracy and reliability.

In 2012, Jenevie expanded her experience overseas by working as a domestic helper in Dubai for a Tunisian family, a role she held for five solid years until 2017. She was entrusted with the full management of a 5-bedroom, two-storey household, where she cared for two young children aged 6 and 4. Her duties included all-around household chores—cleaning, laundry, ironing, dishwashing—as well as meal preparation and childcare. She is highly capable of looking after infants and young children, and is confident in performing key duties such as preparing meals, feeding, bathing, dressing, and supervising educational and recreational activities. Her hands-on experience with her own children has strengthened her ability to connect with kids and manage their routines with patience, love, and structure.

She is also an experienced and confident cook, capable of preparing a variety of Filipino dishes and basic Tunisian meals, and she remains open and willing to learn new recipes and cuisines based on her employer’s preferences.

Currently, Jenevie is focused on caring for her young children at home while actively preparing for her next overseas employment opportunity. She is committed, trustworthy, and eager to once again serve with the same dedication she has shown throughout her career.

Gee’s work journey has taken her through various roles, both in the Philippines and abroad. She first worked as a Store Supervisor in a jean company from 1999 to 2000. Later, she moved to Thailand, where she gained valuable experience at a beach resort—serving as a Kids Club Attendant from 2008 to 2012 she supervised children’s activities and ensured a safe and enjoyable environment and planned and facilitated recreational and educational programs for the children. then transitioning to a Cashier from 2013 to 2015.

PHILIPPINES ( January 2025 – July 2025) , Gee accepted a deeply meaningful role as a full-time caregiver to a 75-year-old Filipino male elder. He required intensive, around-the-clock care, as he was dependent on a nasogastric tube (NGT) for feeding, an oxygen tank for breathing support, and a urinary catheter. Her primary focus was the comfort and well-being of the elder. She was responsible for monitoring his vital signs, managing his medications, and assisting with daily hygiene routines such as bathing, changing diapers, repositioning him to prevent bedsores, and ensuring a clean and safe environment around him. She also prepared special meals that complied with his medical condition, even though feeding was done through NGT—showing her attentiveness to proper nutrition and health standards.

Beyond the physical care, Gee provided emotional support and companionship during the elder’s final months. Though her employment ended sooner than expected, her dedication left a lasting impact on the family she served.

Through years of service and experience, Gee has become skilled not only in caregiving but also in household tasks, cooking (Filipino and Thai dishes), and childcare. She is confident in her abilities, deeply respectful, and always willing to learn.

As the seventh child in a big family of nine siblings, Melissa learned early the value of hard work, patience, and responsibility.

After finishing high school at Ivisan National High School in 2006, she pursued a two-year course in Computer Electronic Technology at Samson College of Technology, completing it in 2008.

OMAN (June 2016 - Apr 2019) , Melissa began working as a domestic helper, where she was hired by an Omani family to care for two newborns (2016 & 2018) and managed household duties in a two-storey home.

DUBAI ( Aug 2019 - June 2025) where she served an Indian-Emirati family with five children (16,14,9,8 and a 3-month-old baby. She worked alongside another helper to manage childcare, cleaning, laundry, and household tasks — a role she fulfilled for nearly seven years.

Melissa is confident in caring for children of all ages and is skilled in cooking Filipino and simple Arab dishes. She is open to learning new cuisines and can follow recipes with ease. Whether it’s childcare, elderly care, cleaning, or even gardening and pet care, Melissa is willing and able to take on the job with a positive attitude.

Now back home in the Philippines, Melissa spends her days caring for her 10-year-old son while waiting for an opportunity to work in Singapore. With 8 years of experience, a kind heart, and a strong work ethic, she looks forward to continuing her journey as a reliable and loving domestic helper.

Rosita completed her secondary education at Ramon Torres National High School in 1999. She went on to pursue a degree in Business Administration but was only able to finish her first year due to financial difficulties. Despite this, her determination to support her family never wavered. Seeking better opportunities to provide for her son and her family, Rosita ventured abroad and started working as a domestic helper in 2005.

Her first overseas experience was in Lebanon (2005–2009), where she served a Lebanese family living in a 4-bedroom bungalow. She cared for two children, aged 12 and 8, and handled general household duties including cleaning, laundry, and simple cooking.

Rosita then moved to Hong Kong in 2009, where she worked with multiple families over the years:

From 2009 to 2011, she worked for a Chinese family living in a 3-bedroom condominium with two adult children. Her responsibilities included general household chores, marketing, cooking, and caring for a dog and a cat.

From 2014 to 2018, she was employed by another Chinese family with two children aged 14 and 8. She handled childcare, laundry, cooking, marketing, house cleaning, and even car washing. She was responsible for full childcare, household duties, marketing, and cooking in a 4-bedroom flat. She managed all-around housework and took special care of the baby, including accompanying the child to the playground.

With over 15 years of overseas experience, Rosita has grown to be a highly skilled and confident domestic helper. She specializes in caring for newborns to young children, including preparing meals, feeding, bathing, dressing, and providing educational and recreational activities. Her years of childcare have made her attentive, gentle, and nurturing.

In addition to childcare, Rosita is proficient in household work such as cleaning, laundry, ironing, dishwashing, marketing, and cooking. She confidently prepares Filipino dishes and is eager to learn new cuisines if given the opportunity.

Rosita is also willing to assist with gardening, pet care, and car washing, depending on the needs of her future employer. She is described as hardworking, honest, patient, and respectful—qualities that have made her a valued member of every household she has served.

Currently, Rosita is in the Philippines, performing household duties at home while waiting for a job opportunity in Singapore.

With her experience, skills, and genuine care for children, Rosita David Javier is well-prepared and eager to serve her next employer with dedication and heart.

Jaylomie also has non-domestic work experience, having worked as:

· Lane personnel in a grocery store (Jan – Aug 2022)

· Secretary at an optical shop (Mar 2023 – July 2025)

Currently, she is focused on caring for her children and managing household duties while awaiting deployment for work in Singapore.

Her domestic work experiences include:

1. MALAYSIA (Aug – Sep 2015):
She served a Malaysian family in a 9-bedroom, 3-storey house with a couple, three adult children, and a 17-year-old. She worked as an all-around helper, performing household tasks, gardening, car washing, and caring for pet fish.

2. MALAYSIA (Feb – Nov 2016):
She worked for a Malaysian family living in a 5-bedroom, 2-storey home with a couple and two children, ages 7 and 3 months. Jaylomie served as an all-around housemaid, handling general housekeeping, gardening, marketing with her employer, car washing, and caring for the children, especially the infant.

Her employment ended when the employer’s family migrated to China, which required the early termination of her contract.

3. PHILIPPINES (2009 – 2011):
She served a local family living in a 4-bedroom bungalow with a couple and two children (ages 4 and 6). Her duties included full household cleaning, marketing, childcare, and caring for one pet cat.

Jaylomie is confident in caring for infants and young children, with experience in:

· Meal preparation

· Feeding and bathing

· Changing clothes and diapers

· Playing and engaging with children

· Preparing school needs and homework assistance
he is skilled in Filipino cooking and has some knowledge of simple Chinese dishes, and is willing to learn other cuisines as needed. She is also open and capable of doing gardening, car washing, and pet care.

Violy completed her secondary education at Carranglan High School in 1999. To enhance her skills, she also pursued a vocational course in Computer Literacy.

Over the years, Violy has built extensive experience in domestic work, particularly in taking care of households, elderly, and young children in different countries:

· HONG KONG (2014–2018): She worked for a Chinese family living in a 4-bedroom farmhouse. Her duties included general household chores like cleaning and laundry. She also looked after various animals, including 5 dogs, 20 goats, 5 turtles, and 2 snakes. Violy’s primary duty was to care for the elderly woman, providing close support due to her medical condition. She also maintained the cleanliness of the home and handled the laundry.

· SAUDI ARABIA (2021–2023): She served an Arab family in a 4-room apartment with 2 young children (18 months and 6 months old). As the sole housemaid, Violy handled all household tasks including Arabic cooking, childcare, and overall household management.

Violy is currently assisting in farming and doing household tasks while awaiting her next overseas opportunity abroad.

Joyce Ann Mendoza Ramirez was born and raised in Quezon City, Philippines. She was taught the importance of respect, honesty, and hard work—values that she carries with her in everything she does.

After finishing high school at Batasan Hills National High School in 2005, followed her dream of becoming a nurse. She was able to study Nursing up to my fourth year in college. Unfortunately, due to financial difficulties, She wasn’t able to complete the course. Still,her time in nursing school gave her valuable knowledge about health care and child care, which helped her a lot in both life and work.

Before going abroad, She worked locally as a cashier in several establishments. These taught her how to deal with people, handle responsibility, and manage time under pressure.

In May 2016 to Nov 2016, I took a leap of faith and accepted a job in TAIWAN, worked for a Taiwanese family in a large three-storey home with six bedrooms. It was my first time working overseas, and it taught me to be strong, independent, and adaptable. The household was big—three storeys and five bedrooms—and she served as an all-around helper. She was responsible for cleaning, laundry, ironing, cooking, and most importantly, caring for the children.

At present, she is focusing on her application and helping with household chores at home while waiting for an opportunity to work in Singapore. She hopes to continue working abroad so she can support my husband and help provide for our future. And am always open to learning and am willing to try new recipes, especially if given a chance to work in a home with different food traditions.

Marilou’s early career included non-domestic work roles such as a factory worker (2018–2019) and later as a secretary (2019–2020). These roles equipped her with discipline, time management, and communication skills—traits that have proven invaluable in her transition to domestic work. The household included a couple and their three young children, aged 4, 3, and 2. Marilou served as an all-around housemaid, performing a full range of household duties: general cleaning, laundry, cooking, and, most importantly, childcare. Her child-minding duties included meal preparation, feeding, bathing, dressing, and engaging them in educational and recreational activities.

In addition to childcare, Marilou is well-versed in routine household maintenance such as vacuuming, dusting, laundry, and kitchen management. She is comfortable cooking a variety of Filipino dishes and is open to learning new recipes and foreign cuisines. Her adaptability, positive attitude, and willingness to grow make her a valuable addition to any household.

Marilou is also open to elderly care and is willing to undergo any necessary training. Moreover, she is willing to take on gardening tasks as needed, demonstrating her versatility and work ethic.

Desiree completed her secondary education at Gregorio Perfecto High School, graduating in 2004. Shortly after, she entered the workforce to support her family. From 2004 to 2009, she worked as a factory worker, gaining valuable discipline and a strong work ethic. She then transitioned to a customer-facing role as a promo dicer from 2010 to 2011.

In pursuit of better opportunities, Desiree later ventured abroad to work as a domestic helper.

KUWAIT (March 2017 to March 2025). She served a Kuwaiti family in a three-bedroom, three-story home, primarily taking care of an 86-year-old elderly woman with diabetes. Her role included daily assistance with the elderly’s needs and also involved visiting the grandchildren’s quarters on the first floor, where she supported children aged 15, 12, and 9 with their routines. She is confident in performing childcare duties such as preparing meals, feeding, bathing, dressing, and engaging in educational activities. She has a nurturing and responsible nature, making her well-suited for households that require attentive and proactive childcare.

In addition to her caregiving skills, Desiree is proficient in household chores including cleaning, laundry, ironing, dishwashing, and general home organization. She is an efficient and meticulous worker who takes pride in maintaining a clean and orderly environment.

In the kitchen, Desiree is skilled in preparing Filipino dishes and has also learned to cook simple Arabic meals, including biryani rice. She is open and eager to learn more foreign cuisines if given the opportunity, showing her adaptability and willingness to grow in her role.

Currently, Desiree is managing her household in Navotas while awaiting approval for a new overseas employment opportunity in Singapore.