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Meet the Hershey 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 Hershey 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 Hershey 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 Hershey was proud to join the system in 2023.  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 Hershey Team

Scott Gerson

Scott Gerson

Owner

Scott Gerson is the Owner/President of Senior Helpers of Harrisburg, York, Carlisle, Hershey, and Sunbury. Scott is a seasoned former executive, having spent over 30 years running global organizations. Originally from Illinois, Scott has resided in Mechanicsburg since 2005, where he raised his two sons. Scott’s passion for Senior Care stems from his childhood, watching his own family’s struggles with finding quality in-home care for his Grandfather. Through his ownership of Senior Helpers, Scott now dedicates his time to ensuring all families have access to professional, affordable, in-home care so that their loved ones can remain safe and healthy in their homes, despite age-related illnesses and mobility challenges.
 

Amee Gleim

Amee Gleim

Vice President of Operations

Amee Gleim is the Vice President of Operations, responsible for the day-to-day operations for Senior Helpers of Harrisburg, York, Carlisle, Hershey, and Sunbury. Amee is local to the area, having spent her entire life in Pennsylvania. Amee joined Senior Helpers in 2009, and has held roles of Caregiver, Scheduler, Care Coordinator, HR/Training/Recruiting, Ops Manager, and now serves as Vice President of Operations. Prior to joining Senior Helpers, Amee held management roles within various medical industry sectors. Amee is a proud mother of 2, and enjoys volunteering for charities which help the underserved in our community.

Elizabeth Marquez

Elizabeth Marquez

Territory Care Manager

Elizabeth Marquez is the Territory Care Manager for the Hershey Territory.  Originally from New York, she has resided in the Lebanon area for more than 20 years.   She has extensive experience as a Nurse, with experience in Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, and Hospice.  She is the proud mother of 5 children and is active in helping coach their sports teams.  In her spare time, she volunteers at her church where she teaches children about the church, and helps to organize outreach events for the Myerstown community.


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 Hershey 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.

  • Hershey
  • Hummelstown
  • Lebanon
  • Palmyra
  • Annville
  • Halifax
  • Lykens
  • Cleona
  • Tower City