Senior Helpers

Senior Helpers is a rapidly growing home care franchise specializing in professional in-home care services for seniors, including those with chronic diseases such as Alzheimer's, dementia, and Parkinson's. Founded in 2002 by Peter Ross in Towson, Maryland, Senior Helpers operates over 315 franchise locations across 43 states, providing care to thousands of seniors daily as of 2026. Senior Helpers distinguishes itself through specialized training programs that go beyond basic caregiving to address the unique needs of seniors with chronic conditions. The company was the first national home care organization to develop a proprietary Senior Gems® program for dementia care and Parkinson's Care certification, demonstrating its commitment to disease-specific care excellence. Senior Helpers caregivers provide comprehensive services including personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting), companionship, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, mobility assistance, and transportation. The company is particularly well-regarded for its specialized dementia care, Parkinson's care, stroke recovery support, and chronic disease management programs. The Senior Gems® program, developed in partnership with dementia care expert Teepa Snow, trains caregivers to recognize and respond to different stages of dementia using a gemstone metaphor (Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Amber, Ruby, Pearl) that represents various cognitive abilities and care needs. This evidence-based approach helps caregivers provide personalized, respectful care that maximizes quality of life for clients with dementia. Each Senior Helpers franchise is independently owned and operated, maintaining local community connections while adhering to rigorous national standards for caregiver training, quality assurance, and client satisfaction. All caregivers complete specialized certification programs relevant to the conditions they'll be caring for. Senior Helpers has earned numerous industry recognitions, including rankings in Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500, Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies, and Home Care Pulse Provider of Choice awards. The company maintains accreditation from the Alzheimer's Foundation of America and partners with leading research institutions to advance dementia care practices.