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Meet the Santa Monica Office

More than 90% of seniors want to be able to age in their own home with dignity but getting the right type of care can seem daunting.  At Senior Helpers of Santa Monica we believe that getting the best care for your loved ones should not be complicated.  We recognize the growing need for in-home care services, and with our passion for helping others, we are committed to delivering the best possible care to seniors in the Santa Monica community. 

We take the opportunity to provide care in your home seriously and make it a priority to provide the highest level of client service possible.  We have built an exceptional team of care professionals, each committed to remaining at the forefront of the in-home care industry through our proprietary ongoing training and education programs. You can feel confident that your loved one is in good hands with Senior Helpers.

Our History

Senior Helpers was founded in 2002 by Tony Bonacuse with the help of Peter Ross after their firsthand experience in caring for their respective family members. Tony and Peter identified a need that was not being filled properly by the other companies.  They realized that most seniors would prefer to age in their own home rather than move into an unfamiliar institution.  Unfortunately, the options available to most seniors were very limited.  Most seniors did not have access to well-trained, dependable and accessible in-home care. This was the mission-driven spark that started Senior Helpers. 

The first office opened in Baltimore, Maryland, and quickly developed a reputation for delivering excellent in-home senior care with their well-trained staff of professional caregivers. Based on the success of the Baltimore location, the company began to expand.  Over the past 13 years, the Senior Helpers family has grown to include a network of more than 300 locally owned and operated franchises across the United States. 

Senior Helpers of Santa Monica was proud to join the system in 2022.  Like every other owner, we too are fully-committed to the original goal of providing dependable and accessible in-home care with well-trained caregivers. Nothing is more important to us than being the best available resource for seniors and families in our community.  We are lucky to serve hundreds of seniors in our community, and we are committed to continuing to provide uncompromising levels of care to all our families.

Our process

Our process

The first step in the process is a complimentary, initial in-home care assessment with a Senior Helpers consultant.  This assessment can help you understand the true needs of your loved one, and your options. Together we can discuss their needs, our senior care services and determine what’s best for your entire family.

We will cover:

  • Your family's specific goals
  • Your loved one's daily plan design and schedule
  • Pricing and payment methods
  •  Implementation process
  • Ongoing communication and follow-up plan

Meet the Santa Monica Team

Daryl Arcinas

Daryl Arcinas

President & Owner

Daryl or "DJ" became involved with Senior Helpers with the goal of providing dependable and affordable care for the elderly, therefore making a difference in their day-to-day lives.  Prior to Senior Helpers, Daryl was employed for 11 years with a MediSys System in New York, working for their two acute medical hospitals.  As a Registered Nurse, he was able to provide care in the capacity of a front-line practitioner to upper management where he was able to help develop improvement projects and practice standards throughout both facilities.  Daryl witnessed the struggles of many families with varying socioeconomic, psychosocial, cultural, and religious backgrounds.  It was highlighted even more so in his work during the pandemic of 2020.  Daryl witnessed the change in patients and families as they responded to the professionalism, compassion, attention, and communication skills of the staff, providing them some relief from the multitude of stresses.  By acquiring Senior Helpers of Santa Monica, Daryl hopes to ease other family's struggles and battles. If Daryl can make even a small difference, help even one person enjoy life a little more, he will have accomplished his goal.

Brandon Clores

Brandon Clores

Vice- President & Owner

Brandon owns a business consulting those that need help through financial difficulties, but he grew up in a household dedicated to helping others in the medical field. Brandon’s mother is a neonatal nurse, his father is a respiratory therapist, and like most that have parents in the medical field, he was being pushed to do the same. Although, his choices led him away from doing this throughout his attendance at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB), it came full circle when he had the opportunity to care for an in-home patient with multiple sclerosis (MS) for 3 years. Brandon decided to open Senior Helpers because he felt that it was the next step in his journey to assisting others.  He was being presented with the opportunity to open a location in the Santa Monica from his business partner Daryl.

Tevin Jones

Tevin Jones

Care Team and Client Services Manager

Tevin Jones was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. He started his career in health care when he was just in high school as an office manager at a medical office in Westchester Medical Plaza. Coming from a family of medical professionals, he grew a passion for healthcare. After working at the Kindred Hospice in Ladera Heights and connecting with so many patients, Tevin knew that healthcare was his future.  Tevin graduated from the University Southern California (USC) and worked at Providence Saint John's Health Center before working at Senior Helpers.  What brought him to Senior Helpers of Santa Monica is his passion and commitment for helping others and their families. During his free time, he likes to take his dog named Boi Boy, on walks at the beach and binge-watching new Netflix shows.

Reyan Chan

Reyan Chan

Scheduler

Reyan is a proud, full-blooded Filipino.  After graduating with a Bachelor's Degree of Information Technology in 2010, Reyan started his professional career by working a significant period of time with Capital One.  After 10 years with the financial institution, he transitioned over to Brandon's consulting business in 2020.  Reyan rapidly proved his hard work and dedication to the team which could not go unnoticed.  Additionally, Brandon discovered that both he and Reyan had similar backstories; Both grew up with a family of medical professionals and both truly had big hearts for helping elders.  Brandon decided that Reyan would be a perfect fit for Senior Helpers of Santa Monica.  Reyan is committed to share his expertise within the team and has a high potential for growth. 

Stephen Aoalin

Stephen Aoalin

Onboarding Specialist

Born and raised in the Philippines, Stephen obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering in 2008.  He graduated amidst the rise of call centers and found himself working for multiple Telecommunications companies; AT&T, Convergys PH, DirecTV, and MasTec Installation Company.  Stephen held many titles over the years, such as Advanced Tech Support, Senior Customer Service Representative, and Coach.  His ability propelled him to become an official trainer.  After working with these companies for 10 years, he decided to switch gears and began a career as a freelance virtual assistant in 2018.  One of his clients included Brandon’s consulting business.   His skills filled an important role that was vacant for Senior Helpers of Santa Monica and was highly recommended.  Stephen is an online game enthusiast and his other interests include basketball, hiking, and downhill biking. 

Meet Our Caregivers

Devon

Devon

Devon is our 6’4” Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) who is a proud Grenadian.  He excels at all aspects of caregiving with the utmost professionalism backed with years of experience.  He has a wide range of skills to assist with any caregiving situation, especially those which require physical rehabilitation.  Devon is always looking to improve himself whether it is personally or professionally.  He currently is completing his certification in phlebotomy and pursuing physical therapy as his future career.  Devon’s hobbies include physical fitness and staying connected with his family.  

Shay

Shay

Shay is an energetic, health driven caregiver who cultivates a family atmosphere when providing services.  Time and time again she is described as someone who provides a “breath of fresh air” to the family, significantly improving the day-to-day quality of life.  Her hobbies include shopping, going on drives, painting, and listening to music.  She is also quite the good cook.  In addition to being a caregiver, Shay currently attends California State University, Dominguez Hills majoring in Cellular & Molecular Biology.  

Client Spotlight


I want to take this opportunity to express our thanks for the superb work Diane did for Dad while he was in the hospital. She was punctual, personable, and dedicated. She helped my Dad immensely during a difficult time for him. Her calm manner and brilliant smile worked magic. My Dad’s attitude changed completely for the better after her first visit. Thank you so much for giving us Diane. She really is a remarkable person and very caring.
 

Areas We Serve

Senior Helpers of Santa Monica provides a full range of senior home care services for you or your loved one—from companionship and light housework help, to more complex care services, including disease management,  and 24-hour care services.