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Meet the Coachella Valley 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 Coachella Valley 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 Palm Desert 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 Coachella Valley was proud to join the system in 2026.  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 Coachella Valley Team

Christopher Jones

Christopher Jones

Operations Manager

With nearly two decades of hands-on leadership in senior living, Christopher has dedicated his career to a simple belief: every older adult deserves to live with dignity, comfort, and joy in the place they call home. His background includes experience with some of the most respected names in senior care, including Brookdale Senior Living, Solstice Senior Living, and Sunrise Senior Living.

He has served as Executive Director across multiple communities in Southern California, overseeing care teams, resident services, and the daily experience of hundreds of seniors and their families. This depth of operational experience gives him a strong understanding of what truly exceptional care looks and feels like.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and Food Administration from California State University, Long Beach, and has served his community as President of the Rotary Club of Rancho Mirage. The Coachella Valley is home, and he is proud to serve the seniors and families who make it such a special place.

Maureen (Mo) Mostella

Maureen (Mo) Mostella

Caregiver Mentor/Owner

Mo graduated from University of Maryland Smith School of Business in 2004 with a BS degree in Marketing.  As a Senior Helpers Owner and Certified Senior Advisor, Mo loves being a Quality-of-Life Advocate and a trusted advisor for Seniors and their Families!

Cassia Yi, APRN, CNS, MSN, CCRN

Cassia Yi, APRN, CNS, MSN, CCRN

Caregiver Mentor/Owner

Cassia received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2005 from Hawaii Pacific University in Oahu. In 2013, she received her Master of Science in Nursing at Point Loma Nazarene University, becoming a board-certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) soon after.

Her CNS credentials highlight an expertise in Nursing mentorship, research, education, and consultation.  Some of Cassia’s proudest accomplishments at UC San Diego Health include:  Founding or Chairing the Palliative Care Committee, Advanced Care Planning Committee, Pain Management Committee, being a Bio-Medical Ethics Consultant, and receiving the 2019 Advanced Practice Nurse of the Year award.  

Jung (Jesse) Yi MD

Jung (Jesse) Yi MD

Caregiver Mentor/Owner

Jesse received his Medical Degree in 2004 from the University to Maryland, Baltimore.  He completed his Surgery Internship at UC San Francisco and Anesthesiology Residency at Rutgers University Newark in 2008.  He then completed a Fellowship in Cardiac Anesthesia at UC San Diego Health. Jesse considers himself blessed to have roots in Southern California, being a Physician there since 2009.


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 Coachella Valley 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.

  • Coachella
  • Indian Wells
  • Indio
  • La Quinta
  • Palm Desert