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Meet the Grass 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 Grass 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 Grass Valley 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 Grass 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 Grass Valley Team

Danielle Champeau

Danielle Champeau

Owner

Danielle Champeau is the proud owner of Senior Helpers of Grass Valley, where she is dedicated to helping seniors age with dignity, independence, and compassionate support while providing peace of mind to their families.

After spending twelve years as a stay-at-home mom raising her three daughters, Danielle felt called to return to serving others in a meaningful way. Her earlier career in mental health included supporting older adults living with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other cognitive conditions, and that passion for caring for people has remained at the heart of everything she does.

Danielle's personal experiences with loss, healing, and caregiving have given her a deep appreciation for the importance of compassionate support during life's most challenging seasons. She believes that kindness, respect, and genuine human connection can make a lasting difference for seniors and their families.

A lifelong advocate for health and wellness, Danielle also studied Ayurvedic medicine, completed an internship in India, and earned multiple wellness and yoga certifications. These experiences strengthened her holistic approach to caring for others and continue to influence the way she serves her community.

As a longtime Foothills resident, Danielle is honored to build a team that reflects the values most important to her—compassion, empathy, patience, and integrity. Her goal is for every family to feel supported, respected, and truly cared for through the relationships they build with Senior Helpers.

When she's not serving clients, Danielle enjoys spending time with her three daughters, caring for her small farm, staying active outdoors, and giving back to organizations that support seniors, caregivers, and families throughout the 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 Grass 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.

  • Nevada City
  • Penn Valley
  • Rough & Ready
  • Colfax
  • North San Juan
  • Cool
  • Foresthill
  • Meadow Vista
  • Alta
  • Tahoe City
  • Kings Beach
  • Olympic Valley
  • Loyalton
  • Sierraville