Dever said he decided to bring a Senior Helpers to Dayton after working in financing and accounting for many years.
“After my father was diagnosed with and began battling cancer, I realized that great care for a loved one is important, especially at home.”
Through Senior Helpers, caregivers are available nights and during the day to assist families with the care of their loved ones. Services offered include medication reminders and personal care such as walking, grooming and bathing assistance.
Caregivers at Senior Helpers are “caring people” Dever said.
The business also is a family affair. Dever’s son, Nicholas Dever, is office manager. “Nicholas has been great, getting the Dayton office up and running,” Dever said. Dever’s wife, Gena Dever, does the books for the business.
Dever is hoping to add to his staff. Senior Helpers currently has 25 caregivers.
A background in nursing is preferred for those interested in a position, as 70 percent of the caregivers are certified nursing assistants.
The Senior Helpers office is located at 77 Elmwood Drive in Dayton.
For more information, contact them at (937) 424-2280.
Services range from $16 to $19 dollars per hour, depending on type of care and the number of hours, and their are special live-in and overnight rates as well.
Contact this reporter at (937) 225-2455 or mhoward@Dayton DailyNews.com.
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