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Meet the Evansville office

More than 90% of seniors want to age in their own home with dignity but getting the right type of care can seem daunting. At Senior Helpers Evansville we believe getting the best care for your loved ones should not be complicated.

We take in-home care very seriously and make it a priority to provide the highest level of client service possible. Over the past 10 years, 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. 

Our History

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 affordable in-home care. This was the mission-driven spark that started Senior Helpers. 

The first office opened in Baltimore 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 Evansville was proud to join the system in 2008.  Like every other owner, we too are fully-committed to the original goal of providing dependable and affordable 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.  

Our team has grown to include 6 team members and nearly 100 caregivers. We have been lucky to serve hundreds of seniors in our community over the years, 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

We really love my mother's caregiver. She has been a great help and companion to her. We have been able to be a part of the staff selection process, making sure our mother has a good relationship with her staff. Senior Helpers has been professional, accommodating, and caring. Thanks for everything!

Kyle and Leslie Rhone

Kyle and Leslie Rhone

Owners

Kyle and Leslie Rhone are the dedicated husband-and-wife owners of Senior Helpers, proudly serving seniors and families throughout Evansville and Western Kentucky. Originally from Western Kentucky, they lived in the Evansville area for over 10 years, where they built strong relationships within the local business and community before returning to Western Kentucky.

Since becoming the owners of Senior Helpers of Western Kentucky in 2020, Kyle and Leslie have been committed to delivering high-quality, dependable in-home senior care services. They are passionate about helping older adults maintain independence, dignity, and a high quality of life in the comfort of their own homes.

Their leadership is guided by strong personal values, compassion, and a genuine desire to serve others. Known for their approachable and down-to-earth nature, Kyle and Leslie focus on building meaningful connections with clients, families, and caregivers while ensuring every individual receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs.

Through their continued involvement in the Evansville and Western Kentucky communities, they remain dedicated to expanding access to trusted home care services and making a lasting, positive impact on the lives of the seniors they serve.

Katie Barnett

Katie Barnett

Director of Operations

Katie Barnett has been a trusted leader with Senior Helpers for over nine years, bringing dedication, compassion, and excellence to every aspect of in-home senior care in Indiana. She began her journey as a caregiver, gaining valuable hands-on experience providing personalized, compassionate care for seniors in their homes.

Today, as Director of Operations for Senior Helpers of Evansville and South Bend, Katie oversees all administrative staff and leads the growth, quality, and development of home care services across both regions. Her leadership ensures that every client receives reliable, professional, and heartfelt care that supports independence and dignity.

Katie’s passion for Alzheimer’s care and dementia care stems from personal experience—her grandmother lived with Alzheimer’s for ten years. Witnessing her family’s challenges without proper support inspired Katie’s mission to make sure no family faces that journey alone. She is devoted to creating a supportive, compassionate environment where seniors and their loved ones feel valued and cared for.

Guided by her strong faith, Katie leads with integrity, grace, and empathy. She believes every day is an opportunity to serve others with kindness and purpose, helping families navigate aging with peace of mind and confidence.

Outside of her role at Senior Helpers, Katie is a proud mother of three. She enjoys spending time outdoors, making memories with her family, and finding joy in helping others. Her favorite quote—“Everything happens for a reason”—reflects her belief in hope, resilience, and the meaningful impact of compassionate care.

Lisa Sanford

Lisa Sanford

Client Services Manager

As the Client Services Manager at Senior Helpers of Evansville, Lisa Sanford is dedicated to providing compassionate, reliable, and personalized in-home senior care for families throughout the Evansville area. She ensures every client receives the highest quality of care by overseeing all aspects of the client experience—from conducting quarterly in-home assessments to updating individualized care plans and performing new client evaluations.

With more than 18 years of experience in the home care industry, Lisa has built a career centered around empathy, professionalism, and excellence. She has held many roles—including caregiver, on-call coordinator, scheduler, and manager—across multiple senior care agencies. Her passion for elder care is deeply personal; having cared for her own parents, Lisa understands the importance of attentive, dignified, and trustworthy senior care.

Lisa’s mission is to ensure that every family feels confident, supported, and informed throughout their caregiving journey. Under her guidance, clients and caregivers alike experience the genuine compassion and reliability that make Senior Helpers of Evansville a trusted name in in-home care services.

Outside of work, Lisa enjoys a full and joyful life with her family. She is the proud mother of five grown sons and three bonus sons and a loving grandmother to three grandchildren. She and her husband love traveling—especially to the beach and the mountains—and cherish every moment spent together with loved ones.

Kylena Page

Kylena Page

Care Team Manager

As the Care Team Manager at Senior Helpers of Evansville, Kylena Page brings over 16 years of hands-on experience in skilled and senior care. She leads with compassion, professionalism, and a deep commitment to helping seniors live independently and comfortably at home.

Kylena plays a key role in the hiring, training, and development of our caregivers, ensuring that each client-caregiver match is the perfect fit. Her strong background in customer service and passion for people allow her to create meaningful connections with both caregivers and families—building trust and delivering the highest quality in-home care in Evansville. Her goal is to foster a positive, supportive workplace where caregivers feel valued and clients know they can always count on dependable, compassionate care.

Originally from Southern Illinois, Kylena is the proud mom of three and an avid animal lover. In her free time, she can be found cheering at her kids’ ball games, relaxing by a secret fishing spot, shopping with her daughter, or tackling her latest fixer-upper project.

Kylena lives byThe Four Agreements: Be impeccable with your word. Don’t take anything personally. Don’t make assumptions. Always do your best. These guiding principles shape the caring, trustworthy environment she cultivates every day at Senior Helpers of Evansville, where seniors receive personalized, professional care from a team that truly cares.

Kaylynn Scott

Kaylynn Scott

Scheduling Manager

As the Scheduling Manager at Senior Helpers, Kaylynn Scott plays a key role in ensuring seamless, compassionate in-home senior care services across Indiana. She works closely with office teams and caregivers to create thoughtful, well-matched caregiver-client schedules that prioritize each client’s unique care needs, preferences, and continuity of care.

With over 12 years of experience in the healthcare industry, Kaylynn began her career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and has served in a variety of caregiving and administrative roles. Her deep understanding of both sides of the care experience allows her to coordinate schedules that foster meaningful, long-term relationships between caregivers and clients—leading to better outcomes and higher satisfaction.

Kaylynn’s true passion lies in senior care, where she finds joy in building personal connections and hearing the incredible stories shared by clients and their families. Her dedication ensures that every Senior Helpers client receives dependable, personalized care from a caregiver who feels like family.

Outside of her professional role, Kaylynn is a proud mother of two. She loves cheering at the ball field, off-roading with her family in their Jeep, and spending time outdoors. Her warmth, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence make her an integral part of the Senior Helpers team.

Elle Pame

Elle Pame

Recruiting Specialist

As the Recruiting Specialist at Senior Helpers, Elle Pame is dedicated to finding and hiring compassionate, skilled caregivers who share our mission of delivering exceptional in-home senior care services across Indiana. She focuses on screening applicants, conducting interviews, and matching caregivers with positions that align with their strengths, skills, and passion for helping seniors live independently and with dignity.

With over three years of experience in senior care recruiting, Elle brings a deep understanding of what makes a great caregiver—compassion, reliability, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of older adults and their families. Her work ensures that Senior Helpers of Indiana maintains a team of trusted professionals who deliver the highest quality care and support throughout Indiana.
Elle is passionate about building strong, caring teams that make a meaningful difference in the community. She believes that quality senior care starts with quality caregivers, and she takes pride in creating opportunities for those who feel called to serve others.

Inspired by the words of Mahatma Gandhi—“Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.”—Elle approaches both her career and her personal life with curiosity, growth, and compassion. Her dedication helps ensure that every client who chooses Senior Helpers is cared for by a team that truly loves what they do.

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Areas We Serve

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

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