Domestic help is a term used to describe people who are employed to perform various household tasks such as cleaning, cooking, and childcare. The most common type of domestic help is maids, which are individuals who are hired to clean and maintain the home. Maids typically work on a part-time or full-time basis and may be employed by an individual or a family. They are usually responsible for cleaning, dusting, vacuuming, and other general housekeeping duties.