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Saint Lucia: A move to Saint Lucia:

Hi, Three weeks ago my husband and I moved here from Grenada, where we were living for four months. Before that we were in the UK, so I hasten to say that I'm no expert on Caribbean living! When we were in Grenada I met two individuals (both locals) who stated that there was a shortage of social workers on the island. They said that child abuse and neglect was a problem on the island which the government were trying to address. I remember driving past a child protection agency in the capital of St George. I'm not sure if St Lucia has the same shortage or problem but there may be a child protection agency you could contact an ask. Due to high unemployment there's a lack of public funds on both islands, I don't know how this might affect pay for teachers and social workers. Some areas are not very safe and without wanting to label any group of society, it is a fact that abuse and neglect are more common in impoverished areas. I have no idea how a foreigner going in and trying to address these problems would be received in the tight-knit communities here. Your best option is to fly out and meet people face to face. The island appears to runs on networking and mouth-to-mouth, so you've more chance of securing a position this way. Good luck, Tasmyn

Saint Lucia: Driving Lessons?:

Hello, my husband and I are moving to St Lucia next week. I was wondering if anyone knows of a reputable company I can take driving lessons with once I'm on the island? My husband drives and will be supplied with a company car. I'm worried I will feel stuck when he's at work! I'm from London and never saw the need for a car but I've heard it's essential to own a car on St Lucia? Thanks, Tasmyn

Saint Lucia: Electrical Appliances - Customs Tax:

Good Morning! My husband and I are moving to St Lucia from the UK next week and we're organising for our household items to be shipped to our new home. I've read that electrical items incur customs fees but I've also read that buying electrical items in St Lucia is very expensive! We had intended to ship our microwave, iron, hoover etc but are now unsure of what to do. Does anybody else have experience with this? Should we ship our items across or should we buy new things there? Thanks, Tasmyn

Saint Lucia: Moving to St Lucia next month - Advice needed!:

Hi there, My husband has just been offered a high-level position with Sandals in Castries which he has accepted. He is Polish and I am from London. We both currently live in London and will be moving to St Lucia at the end of February or beginning of March. Unfortunately neither of us have been to St Lucia, although my mother is Jamacian and I have visited Jamaica a couple of times. I have read a couple of things on expat blogs and forums and have a few questions. Where are the best places to live? We had planned to rent a house in Castries but have heard that it is not suitable for expats, and Rodney Bay or the surrounding areas are much better. Also, are the people friendly? We have read that they can be unfriendly towards Westerners. This would not put us off moving there but we would like a heads up so we know what to expect. I work in childcare in the UK and have experience working in a nursery and as a nanny. Do you think there would be much chance of me finding employment? Sorry for all the questions! Tasmyn

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