About Us

Steve Bowden, President

Steve started Help at Home Senior Care in 2004 after opening small senior care facilities in Auburn. Getting to know the seniors living in these facilities taught him about the deep sense of loss they experience leaving their homes. Through these experiences, Steve learned that with good planning and good people it’s possible to strike a balance between assistance and independence that allows seniors to thrive in the place they feel the best – their home.

Help at Home Senior Care has grown a lot over the years, but its fundamental mission has not changed. We serve seniors who need help to stay home. That requires Help at Home Senior Care to stay abreast of a constantly changing senior care environment. Our job is to not only bring the experience to support the seniors; we also provide the leadership to support the caregivers. Caregiving is a hard job. Help at Home Senior Care attracts professional and dedicated caregivers because we make it a priority to provide the recognition and assistance they deserve.

We have a great team! Being repeatedly voted “Best in Homecare” and “Best Place to Work in Auburn” can only happen as the result of talented people working together. Steve is very proud to work alongside this team.

Kimberly Jones, Vice President

In 2018, Kimberly’s mother was diagnosed with Vascular Parkinsonism. It has been heart-wrenching to watch her health continue to decline. She remembers seeing her mom, in her 50s, on top of her house, reroofing it. Now in her 70s, she is barely able to put one foot in front of the other, due to Parkinsonism. This “new normal” has been a journey through difficult and uncharted territory: convincing her mom it wasn’t safe to drive her car any longer, assuring her that having a stranger help her shower would be ok, helping her accept the use of a cane, a walker and now a motorized scooter, navigating multiple doctors’ appointments with new diagnoses and prescriptions. It was all new to both of them.

However, one thing has stayed the same. It has been incredibly important to Kimberly’s mom to stay in her home. Being at home and having a caregiver has given her hope and a new kind of independence. This experience has been difficult but it has also been very helpful as Kimberly speaks to seniors’ families who are going through similar issues.

Kimberly has been in the business of staffing for over ten years: first, with clerical staffing, and now with caregivers. She loves the field of operations. With well thought out, consistent systems in place, you can assure clients’ and employees’ satisfaction. It is the best way to provide excellent customer service. Training is another passion of hers. As Kimberly works with new members of our care team, she watches them get excited about bringing hope and independence to seniors in their homes through Help at Home Senior Care’s vision of compassionate care. Seeing their desire to make a difference in the lives of seniors is a joy.

Kathy Ovenstone, Business Development Manager

“When I was a teenager my grandmother had Alzheimer’s and I filled in as her caregiver on a regular basis. As an adult I have found a great sense of satisfaction in helping our aging family members and neighbors as they have recovered from surgeries, caring for their animals, being a helping hand around their house, or just being an ear by providing companionship. I am excited to be a part of the Help at Home Senior Care Team. Letting overworked family caregivers and local community resources know that in-home care is available and that it will add to a senior’s wellness and quality of life, is my mission.”

– Kathy

Amanda Parsons, Staffing Manager

“The five years I spent being a caregiver for my grandma will always have a special place in my heart. I will cherish that time and look to help others find caregivers to enhance their lives.”

– Amanda

Halle Gonzalez, Finance Manager

“Throughout my life, I have always found the time I have spent with my grandparents incredibly rewarding and enjoyable. When working with seniors here at Help at Home Senior Care, my hope is that I always provide a friendly voice on the other side of the phone.”

– Halle

Carly Hess, Lead Staffing Supervisor

“I entered the field of caregiving back in 2009 and quickly discovered how rewarding a career it is! Ever since then it has been a passion of mine to enrich the lives of those in need.”

– Carly

Heidi Buzzelli, Executive Assistant

"I started caregiving for my great-grandmother to give my grandmother, her primary caregiver, some much-needed respite. It was my grandmother who suggested I explore Help At Home in 2012 and I have worked here in some capacity ever since! I've thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of my work here, from caregiving and offering comfort and relief to families, to now assisting in the office. This job has given me countless rewarding experiences and memories that I will cherish for a lifetime."

– Heidi

Monique Klarich, Client Care Specialist

“I started out being a caregiver for my ailing father and loved it so much that I became a full time caregiver for others as well. Being a caregiver is extremely rewarding because you build special relationships, and there is still so much to learn from our elders. It is important to keep the elderly safe, happy and healthy in their own environment as long as possible, and I’m proud to be part of a company that is doing just that.”

– Monique

Christine Wells, Staffing Supervisor

“My years of caregiving have taught me that caregiving is from the heart. No matter who you are caring for, from a loved one to someone you have just met, there is no variation in the level of respect or quality of care, if it is coming from your heart. Everyone has unique needs and preferences. As a caregiver, you adopt each as your own, therefore enhancing their lives.”

– Christine

Ash Kenner, Staffing Supervisor

“Caregiving has always held a special place in my heart because it gives me the opportunity to make meaningful connections with people, offering them comfort and support in their times of need. Building deep relationships with the individuals I assist has always brought me a strong sense of purpose in my life. These connections not only make caregiving rewarding but also give me the chance to make a lasting, positive difference in the lives of those I have the privilege to care for.”

– Ash

Kylie Campos, Hiring Coordinator

"I began caregiving 10 years ago and quickly became something I am passionate about. My goal here at Help at Home, is to bring in more passionate caregivers to our team!"

– Kylie

Rheanna Kennedy, Field Office Supervisor

"Home care is important to me because it ensures that our clients live their later years with dignity, safety, as well as comfort. It is also a way to give back for all the wisdom and love they've shared through their life. Ultimately, it's about honoring their journey and valuing their well-being in our community."

– Rheanna

Shelly Cunningham, Office Assistant

"I have always had a special place in my heart for seniors. When I was about 12 years old I began walking to a nearby senior facility to visit with clients. It was a wonderful experience. Caring for others has always been a part of my life. I have been a foster mom, which led to adopting 3 of my 5 children. I really enjoy working for Help at Home Senior Care. Our staff and caregivers are the BEST!"

– Shelly

At Help at Home Senior Care, it is our passion to give care that provides comfort, restores dignity, brings hope and promotes well-being for each and every person we serve. Give us a call at (530) 885-7444 to learn more about home care in Auburn, CA or the surrounding areas, and to set up a free in-home consultation.