about
A Helping Hand
A Helping Hand is a leading provider of in-home childcare services to families, employers and organizations supporting our military community. We operate primarily in Hampton Roads, Virginia, and San Diego, California, as well as facilitate and manage subsidized childcare programs for organizations and businesses nationwide.
We’re committed to providing dependable, compassionate care and responsive support to every family and organization we serve. Our goal is to earn trust through genuine partnership, consistent communication, and a steadfast focus on quality care.
our leadership team
Courtney Davis, Owner
Courtney is originally from Virginia Beach, Virginia, but thanks to her dad’s Navy career, her family moved around quite a bit during her early years. She knows firsthand the ups and downs of parenthood—the challenges and the incredible joys—and has made it her mission to support families through quality childcare.
In 2008, Courtney started A Helping Hand in Virginia Beach with a goal of providing personalized, professional, and truly exceptional in-home childcare. Just a few years later, in 2011, she brought A Helping Hand across the country and opened a second branch in San Diego, California.
Today, the company is run by an amazing management team of strong, hardworking women who help represent A Helping Hand from coast to coast. The team also includes about 75 Helpers who provide childcare services every day to families who deserve the very best.
In 2010, Courtney added On-site Event Childcare to the mix, helping turn adults-only events into family-friendly ones. What started as a local service quickly expanded—first regionally, then nationally, and now globally!
A Helping Hand was Courtney’s first “baby,” until her real babies—Ethan, Grayson, and Jaxon—came along and made her world even brighter.
Kim Arnold, Western Division Manager
Kim Arnold grew up in Virginia before making the move west to San Diego, where she found her place with A Helping Hand. What started as a new role in a new city quickly became a passion for supporting families and growing a strong team of providers throughout the Western Division.
With a background in Business Management and Child Development, Kim blends creativity with structure, bringing fresh ideas while keeping families’ needs at the heart of every decision. She thrives on building lasting relationships with both clients and caregivers, ensuring that every family feels cared for, supported, and confident in the services they receive.
As part of A Helping Hand’s all-women leadership team, Kim values mentorship and collaboration, believing that the best childcare comes from a team that feels empowered and connected.
Outside of work, Kim’s greatest joy comes from her own two children, Bryson and Brinleigh, who inspire her daily to create spaces where kids can learn, play, and thrive.
become a Helper
Join Our Team
At A Helping Hand, we’re building more than a babysitting service… We’re creating a supportive community of childcare professionals who make a real difference for families every day.
If you love working with kids and want to be part of a caring, connected team, we’d love to welcome you to A Helping Hand.
who we’re looking for
We desire Helpers who are dependable, compassionate, and excited to bring creativity and warmth into the homes they serve.
what we value
Our team values trust, professionalism, and genuine care, and we support each other through ongoing training, monthly activity kits, and a leadership team that always has your back.
a meaningful career
We know flexibility matters, so we give our Helpers the freedom to choose their schedules while providing meaningful benefits, growth opportunities, and a culture rooted in respect and teamwork.
get started by registering your family
step 1
register your family
Before scheduling your first service, you'll need to register your family by completing our online Family information Sheet.
PLEASE NOTE you'll be taken to a separate website for this process.
step 2
approval & account set up
Upon submission each family is personally reviewed by our management team to ensure the right fit. Following our review, you’ll receive a Welcome email with a temporary password to access your account and begin scheduling services.
*PLEASE NOTE: the approval process generally takes 8-12 hours, longer on weekends