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Meet the Norman 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 Norman 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 Norman 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 Norman was proud to join the system in 2025.  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 Norman Team

Ryan & Madison Russ

Ryan & Madison Russ

Owners

Ryan and Madison Russ are the proud owners of Senior Helpers, driven by a shared mission to provide compassionate, reliable in-home care to families in their community. Their journey began after experiencing the need for in-home support within their own family, a moment that opened their eyes to how vital, emotional, and deeply personal quality care truly is. That experience ignited a calling. They felt compelled to stand in the gap for others the way they wished someone had for them, and that purpose continues to guide their work every single day.

What inspires Ryan and Madison most is the opportunity to make a meaningful impact for both the seniors they serve and the caregivers they employ. They believe that clients deserve dignity, independence, and compassion, and that caregivers thrive when they are empowered, supported, and valued. Creating an environment where both groups feel seen, uplifted, and appreciated is at the heart of their leadership.

A teacher by trade, Madison brings a strong background in education, communication, and people-centered leadership. Together, Ryan and Madison have built service-driven businesses rooted in integrity, empathy, and community impact. Their approach is simple: show up with purpose, lead with compassion, and treat every family with the same care they would want for their own.

As a family-first team, their greatest pride is raising their child, a daily reminder of why meaningful, compassionate care matters. Outside of work, they love exploring the outdoors, hiking local trails, and spending quiet moments in nature where they reconnect and recharge. They are also deeply committed to giving back, actively supporting local charities and causes that uplift seniors, caregivers, and families. Their commitment to promoting dignity, independence, and connection extends far beyond their business.

For Ryan and Madison, Senior Helpers is more than a company. It is a legacy of service built on heart, purpose, and the belief that every interaction is an opportunity to make someone feel valued.


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 Norman 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.

  • Norman
  • Purcell
  • Blanchard
  • Chickasha
  • Pauls Valley
  • Newcastle
  • Lindsay
  • Washington