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Meet the Salt Lake 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 Salt Lake 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 Salt Lake 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 20 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 Salt Lake was proud to join the system in 2024. 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

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 Salt Lake Team

Brett Bringhurst, MHA/MBA

CEO & Owner

Before opening Senior Helpers of Salt Lake, Brett dedicated over 26 years to improving community health in California, Oregon, and Utah. As a healthcare leader in multiple systems, including Intermountain Health, he supported the development and operation of numerous services, clinics, and physician practices throughout Utah and the Salt Lake area. Brett has always aimed to make a difference, embracing the ideal of improving quality of life and helping individuals and families live their best, healthiest, and most fulfilling lives.

Inspired by this mindset, Brett found renewed purpose in applying his healthcare expertise to this new and deeply fulfilling direction with Senior Helpers. After spending a couple of years in Oregon, he and his wife Kendra returned to Utah to reconnect with their family and invest in the Salt Lake area communities he has long been involved with. Brett grew up in Murray, graduated from the University of Utah, and raised his family in South Jordan.

Brett and Kendra met in Minneapolis while he was completing his Master’s degrees in Business and Healthcare Administration at the University of Minnesota. They have four wonderful adult children—two sons, Blake and Braydon, and two daughters, Krista and Kalli—along with their dog, Coby, and cat, Cooper. They enjoy hiking, skiing, e-biking, photography, pickleball, fishing, camping, being sports fans, singing, church service, and spending time with family and friends. They love Utah, feel deeply connected here, and are committed to building something special where they have strong roots.

Brett deeply respects seniors for their contributions to their families, community, and the nation. He believes they deserve the support needed to maintain their health, continue leading enriching lives, have great experiences, and uphold strong relationships with loved ones while residing in the place they call “home” -- familiar surroundings where they feel most at ease.

Brett aims to educate spouses, supportive family members, and the community about the benefits of in-home personal care. He witnessed the stresses his parents endured and the challenges he and Kendra have faced in supportive roles as his mother and father have dealt with health issues together and individually in their later years. Finding the right course of action and determining the most effective way to offer support can be challenging, and the burdens are real. Balancing conflicting obligations, even with devoted family assistance, complicates these circumstances. In retrospect, Brett believes that an in-home care option like Senior Helpers could have provided significant relief and benefit to his family and parents if they had known more. This is true for many other families as well. As a young adult, Brett observed the contrast between a grandfather who went to assisted living and a grandmother who received help from a loving care aide at home, allowing her to stay there. There is no question in his mind about which option is better.

These are deeply personal situations and choices built on trust. Brett and his team of dedicated caregivers strive to earn and maintain your trust by consistently providing exceptional support and communication. They will share the unique resources and services Senior Helpers offers, customized for each client and family. Given the opportunity, they will partner with you to improve your individual and family situation and, in doing so, strengthen the overall community. Thank you for considering Senior Helpers in your continuing life journey!

Kelli Davis

Community Relations Coordinator, Nurse

Kelli brings over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry, specializing in geriatric care with a strong focus on enhancing seniors' Quality of Life. As a licensed nurse, she has worked in both Home Health and Hospice, excelling in clinical care and marketing. Kelli carefully evaluates and develops personalized care plans for clients, collaborates closely with families, and provides essential clinical support to caregivers. She also fosters strong partnerships with home healthcare, hospice, rehab, and other senior-focused facilities and organizations in our community. Kelli is passionate about enriching the aging experience and is dedicated to delivering personal care that is engaging, fun, meaningful, and respectful.

Camila Villamizar

Client Services Coordinator

Camila plays a vital role in supporting both our clients and caregivers, managing client communications, scheduling, recruitment, onboarding, and various office operations. With over four years of experience as a medical interpreter, she has assisted in diverse medical settings, including hospitals, rehab facilities, doctor’s offices, and emergency rooms. Holding a bachelor’s degree in psychology, Camila brings deep empathy and understanding to her work. She has profound respect for seniors and finds fulfillment in providing meaningful support and care. Passionate about helping others, she strives to make a positive impact in every interaction.

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Meet the Salt Lake Team

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