Before the Crisis
Before the Crisis
Liz Keller
Aging with Dignity with Jeff Raines | The Golden Hour
54 minutes Posted Sep 12, 2025 at 4:00 pm.
Introduction & Welcome
How Senior Helpers Began
Standing Apart: The Life Profile Assessment
From Assessment to Action
Dementia, Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s Care
The Cost of Care & System Gaps
The Family Burden & Caregiver Burnout
Service Area & Client Settings
Money, Legacy & Using Resources Wisely
Pricing & Levels of Service
What Sets Senior Helpers Apart
Training & Caregiver Standards
Who Becomes a Caregiver?
Transportation & Companion Care
The Urbandale Care Home Partnership
Consistency, Reliability & Emergencies
Hospice Partnerships & End-of-Life Care
The Future of Home Care
Closing Thoughts & Contact Info
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In this episode of The Golden Hour, Liz sits down with Jeff Raines, owner of Senior Helpers Des Moines. For more than a decade, Jeff and his team have walked alongside Iowa families, providing personalized in-home care that helps seniors live safely and independently.

We talk about:

  • Jeff’s journey into senior care and why he chose this path
  • The unique assessments and tools Senior Helpers uses to keep clients safe
  • The realities of caregiving—both for families and professional staff
  • How community, compassion, and planning make all the difference in aging well

Whether you’re a caregiver, a family member, or simply curious about the future of senior care, this episode is packed with insight and practical wisdom.