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Meet the Portland West 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 Portland West we believe that getting the best care for your loved ones should not be complicated. Kelli Bradley opened the Senior Helpers Portland West office in 2007 because of her passion for helping others and her interest in the growing need for in-home care services. Our new owners, Denise and Steve Graham are committed to delivering the best possible in-home care to seniors in the Portland West community.

We take the opportunity to provide in-home care seriously and make it a priority to provide the highest level of client service possible. Over the past fifteen 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 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 Portland West was proud to join the system in 2007. 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.

Denise and Steve Graham were drawn to Senior Helpers because of their compassion to be involved in a business that is about helping others.

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, review 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 Portland West Team

Denise Graham

Denise Graham

Owner/Registered Nurse

Denise and her husband, Steve, acquired Senior Helpers of Portland in January of 2022. She was drawn to Senior Helpers because of their philosophy and mission. Since becoming a Registered Nurse in 1975, Denise has worked in many medical settings. After several years of working with the elderly, she found Senior Helpers to be a wonderful service to allow the elderly to stay in the home safely. In her free time, she enjoys golfing, nature walks, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Chad Graham

Chad Graham

General Manager

Chad relocated from Chicago to the Portland area in 2024 to join Senior Helpers Portland West. Before that, he had spent his career in a variety of roles for large companies. He is thrilled to be the second generation of the Graham family involved in running the business. Chad has first-hand experience caring for a family member with significant health needs and he loves helping others find the personalized support they need to age comfortably in their homes. At Senior Helpers Portland West, he is responsible for business development, marketing, community relations, and human resources. In his spare time, Chad enjoys spending quality moments with his family, exploring the beautiful Oregon outdoors, and traveling.

Karistionna Stephenson

Karistionna Stephenson

Director of Operations and Education

Karistionna is a dedicated healthcare professional who has been with Senior Helpers since 2014. She has served in four different locations, including San Jose, California, and Salem, Oregon. Karistionna started her career as a caregiver and has since advanced to various roles, including scheduler, client/caregiver coordinator, and ultimately, Director of Operations and Education. With over five years of specialized experience in Alzheimer's/dementia care, Parkinson's care, and hospice care, she brings significant expertise to her work. A mother of two, Karistionna enjoys spending quality time with her family and caring for her beloved pet Blaze, a bearded dragon.

Andrea Lopez

Andrea Lopez

Scheduling Coordinator

Andrea is a dedicated healthcare professional who brings warmth and experience to her role as Scheduling Coordinator at Senior Helpers, a position she has held since July 2021. With a diverse background in healthcare, including roles as a medication aide, caregiver, assisted living receptionist, and scheduling coordinator, she offers valuable support to both clients and caregivers. Originally from Eugene, Andrea moved to Portland twelve years ago, where she met her husband. Together, they have built a beautiful family with five children: three boys and two girls. Her natural ability to make everyone feel like family aligns perfectly with her professional role, where she serves as a vital first point of contact for both clients and caregivers.


“The best reasons to be here is... I learn so much from the elderly. I get to experience other people's problems with my eyes!! I get to be the (HELPER) because someone really needs that extra help when no one is there. Or just a person to talk to! It uplifts me for the day and makes me feel like I did a good deed in someone's life!!”

Areas We Serve

Senior Helpers Portland West 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.

Senior Helpers Portland West serves the cities and towns of:

  • Portland
  • Milwaukie
  • Clackamas
  • Oregon City
  • Sherwood
  • Wilsonville
  • West Linn
  • Gladstone
  • Lake Oswego
  • Beaverton
  • Hillsboro
  • Tualatin
  • Tigard