About Town + Country Resources
What we do
What makes us different
Extensive experience
With over 40 years in the business, Town + Country Resources has established itself as a trusted name in domestic staffing, continually adapting to meet the evolving needs of our clients.
Largest pool of qualified candidates
We take pride in maintaining the largest network of qualified candidates, allowing us to find you the quality care you need in a timeline that works for you.
Efficient placement process
Our placement process is meticulously designed based on our clients' needs and insights. We prioritize communication and understanding to make every placement a success.
Commitment to clients
Our team of professionals is dedicated to providing exceptional service, from inquiry to post-placement support. You can trust that you’ll have all the resources you need to maintain a successful relationship with your home professional.
Commitment to candidates
Our team values our candidates and is committed to finding the best mutual fit. We provide everything from resume development to ongoing relationship support.
Our history
Town + Country Resources was originally founded in 1982 as two separate companies: Town + Country Nannies and San Francisco Mothers in Deed in Palo Alto. In 1997, we united with the vision of providing more comprehensive household staffing solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of families and individuals.
Over the past 40+ years, Town + Country Resources has proudly grown into a full-service domestic staffing and household referral agency, placing professionals in estate staffing, childcare, housekeeping, and temporary services. Our focus on quality, reliability, and safety has made us a trusted partner for families and domestic professionals alike.
Our mission
Our mission is to transform the lives of our clients and candidates by providing personalized, professional, and reliable domestic staffing solutions.
Our vision
Our vision is to be the premier household staffing agency, recognized for our exceptional service, unmatched expertise, and commitment to making a positive impact on families and individuals.
Our team
Lindsey O’Connell
Director
Lindsey O’Connell
Director
Originally from Los Angeles, Lindsey has called the Bay Area her home since 2008. She brings a wealth of experience to Town + Country Resources with her strong background in home health and degrees in Human Development and Human Resources.
Lindsey has a deep commitment to supporting her local community by ensuring families receive excellent care for their loved ones along with outstanding customer service. Her extensive experience in the field, combined with her educational background, has equipped her with the skills and knowledge to effectively support the Town + Country Resources team and the families they serve.
In her free time, Lindsey enjoys practicing yoga at her local studio, hiking with her pup, or planning her next travel adventure.
Jennifer Talia
Childcare
Jennifer Talia
Childcare
With over 20 years of dedicated service at Town + Country, Jennifer is a seasoned professional who brings extensive experience and unwavering passion to her role. Raised in Cupertino and an alumnus of San Jose State University, she has honed her expertise in managing the nanny team with precision and care.
Jennifer is committed to excellence and strives to match families with the most ideal nannies, ensuring successful placements through a meticulous selection of quality candidates, fostering long-term relationships, and delivering exceptional customer service. Her leadership is characterized by the same commitment and dedication she instills in her team.
Residing in the South Bay with her two daughters, Jennifer enjoys exploring new culinary experiences, hiking with her dog, and traveling.
Avienne Foss
Childcare
Avienne Foss
Childcare
Avienne originally joined Town + Country Resources in 2020, where she was focused on connecting nannies with their next great opportunity. After a short hiatus, she rejoined us to continue supporting our candidates in finding their next placement. Avienne’s return is a testament to her commitment to excellence and her passion for helping others.
A Bay Area native, Avienne graduated from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, where she studied Entrepreneurship and Business Management. Throughout her career, she gained a spectrum of experiences ranging from working with children and youth to retail management, and in recent years, recruiting. She finds the most joy in roles where she gets to support others in a meaningful way.
When she’s not hard at work, Avienne loves exploring all the local gems the Bay Area has to offer, be it beautiful hikes, live music, coffee, and amazing food.
Britney Taylor
Childcare
Britney Taylor
Childcare
Britney has a background in Communication Sciences and Disorders and joined Town + Country Resources after years of working as a nanny and a speech pathology assistant. As an invaluable member of the team, Britney is hyperfocused on recruiting and vetting the best candidates for our clients.
On a personal level, while Britney grew up on the sunny shores of Central Florida, she moved to vibrant Denver, Colorado, where she currently resides with her husband and their lovable yellow lab, Waffle. In her free time, Britney enjoys immersing herself in a good book, exploring the great outdoors, and creating lasting memories with her loved ones. Her love for life and her dedication to making a difference are evident in everything she does.
Hannah Balvanz-Vicente
Childcare
Hannah Balvanz-Vicente
Childcare
Hannah was born and raised in the Bay Area. After graduating from California Baptist University with a degree in Psychology, she found her first professional job as a nanny! She worked for several wonderful Bay Area families for a few years before accepting a position at Town + Country Resources in 2016. She has helped hundreds of nannies and families find “the one” and finds it very fulfilling to understand a family’s needs and help them find the right person to care for the most precious people in their lives. Hearing from nannies that they have found their dream job and from families that their nanny is the perfect fit is what motivates Hannah to continue!
Hannah lives in San Jose with her husband and far too many houseplants. In her free time you can find her trying a new fried chicken or Vietnamese coffee spot, attending a live theater performance, going to the beach, or spending time playing games with friends and family.
Jessica Bahamondes
Childcare
Jessica Bahamondes
Childcare
Jessica was born and raised in the Bay Area. She graduated from California State University, Chico with a bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies. She worked as a nanny throughout college and as a preschool teacher after graduating. Jessica has been part of Town + Country Resources for over six years and truly enjoys helping nannies find their perfect job.
Jessica lives on the Peninsula and loves attending local sporting events, spending time outside, traveling, and bonding with her family.
Sarndra Elejorde
Childcare
Sarndra Elejorde
Childcare
Sarndra, who grew up on a dairy farm in New Zealand, has called San Francisco home since 1997. She holds a Diploma in Early Childhood Education, a National Nursery Examination Board Certificate, and a Certificate in Special Needs Education, and has worked at Town + Country for over 16 years.
Sarndra has extensive experience as a nanny, a family assistant, and a newborn care specialist, and as a mother, she understands the complexities of the childcare provider-family relationship. She provides exceptional support and guidance throughout the hiring process and beyond.
In her free time, Sarndra enjoys kayaking on the bay, volunteering at her church, and spending time with her husband, son, friends, and her Chiweenie dog, May.
Katy Bataller
Housekeeper
Katy Bataller
Housekeeper
Katy was born and raised in Maui, where she grew up surfing and dancing both hula and contemporary. She attended the University of San Francisco, studying European History and Psychology. During her tenure with two international law firms, she gained experience in all facets of human resources, including recruiting, employment law, and employee relations. Katy returned to the domestic staffing industry because she truly enjoys helping candidates and families find the perfect match.
She lives in the East Bay with her husband and their two young children.
Annika Campos
Housekeeper
Annika Campos
Housekeeper
Annika grew up in the mountains of Northern California and earned her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of California, Davis. She worked as a nanny during college and spent a year in Rome as an au pair. Upon returning to the United States, Annika worked in the au pair industry for four years before joining Town + Country Resources. She finds great satisfaction in helping families find the right support to enhance their home lives.
Outside of work, Annika loves to travel, write, practice her Italian, and spend time with her husband and two daughters.
Siria Castaneda
Housekeeper
Siria Castaneda
Housekeeper
Siria, a Los Angeles native, graduated from California State University, Northridge with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science, focusing on Public Policy and Public Management. During and after her college years, she devoted her time to working as a teacher’s aide, an after-school instructor, and a mentor for various nonprofit organizations that support education in low-income communities.
In 2021, Siria joined Town + Country as a recruiting counselor, assisting busy families with their search for household professionals.
She continues to reside in Los Angeles, where she enjoys hiking, going to the beach, and spending time with her family.
Kate Weeger
Estate Staffing
Kate Weeger
Estate Staffing
Kate was born and raised in Palo Alto as the youngest of three daughters. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from San Francisco State University and her master’s degree in Public Administration from DePaul University in Chicago. During her studies, Kate spent one semester in Florence, Italy, where she became a pasta and pizza aficionado. She began babysitting in middle school and served as a nanny to many wonderful families for almost 10 years.
In her free time, Kate enjoys camping, kayaking, and running the Stanford Dish with her husband.
Meghan Clark
Estate Staffing
Meghan Clark
Estate Staffing
Meghan earned her Bachelor’s degree from Indiana University and has called Dallas, TX home for the past decade. With a career steeped in the property management and real estate industries, Meghan is dedicated to helping families find the support they need and guiding candidates toward rewarding career opportunities.
In her free time, Meghan cherishes spending quality time with her two teens.
Molly Eslao
Estate Staffing
Molly Eslao
Estate Staffing
Molly, a native of the Bay Area, spent years as an in-home personal assistant and household manager on the Peninsula before finding her niche in people operations. She enjoys working directly with candidates and clients, using her experience and intuition during each placement search.
Molly currently lives in the Bay Area with her two children.
Sara Tooke
Estate Staffing
Sara Tooke
Estate Staffing
Sara was born and raised in New York City and currently lives in Philadelphia. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Loyola University Maryland and her master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University. While completing her master’s degree, Sara worked as a nanny.
In her free time, Sara enjoys being outdoors, listening to live music, and spending time with her family, friends, and pup, Lucy.
Cali Davidson
Temporary
Cali Davidson
Temporary
Cali was born and raised in the Bay Area and currently resides in San Francisco. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Psychological Brain Sciences with a focus on Child Development from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Having worked as a nanny for many years, Cali understands the pivotal role childcare workers play within a home, and this is what convinced her to join us as our dedicated temporary services placement counselor.
In her free time, she loves to practice yoga, spend time with family and friends, and watch live music. Cali is also a huge foodie and always appreciates new restaurant recommendations.
Areas we service
Town + Country Resources proudly services the entire continental United States, ensuring that families have access to our exceptional domestic staffing solutions, no matter where they live.
Our extensive network includes clients and candidates situated in key metropolitan areas such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, Austin, Denver, and Las Vegas, allowing us to connect qualified professionals with households in need across a diverse range of environments.
Explore our full list of service areas here
and find out if we can help you.
Real results, in their words
Don't just take our word for it. Read what our satisfied clients have to say about their experiences working with Town + Country Resources:
