
Erik and Crystal Drotleff, the owners of Senior Helpers of Gastonia, know personally the toll of having to care for an aging loved one. Both of their grandparents thrived in and loved living in their homes, and it was difficult for them to see how quickly they started declining physically / mentally once they had to leave their homes for an assisted living facility. As residents of Gastonia, they wanted another way to make a difference in their community along with volunteering with their local VFW and senior centers. This mission is personal to Erik and Crystal and shared by the entire care team.
🌟 Services We Offer
• Personal & Companion care: such as meal preparation, bathing and light housekeeping.
• Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care: Caregivers are trained in the Senior Gems® program, focusing on abilities—not just limitations—to promote comfort and connection at every stage.
• Parkinson’s Care: Our team is trained to address the unique challenges of Parkinson’s disease, supporting both the client and the family.
• Chronic Disease Support: Customized plans for conditions like diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and more.
• Transitional Care: Returning home from a hospital or rehab stay? Our Return Home™ program helps prevent readmissions and supports a smooth recovery.
• End-of-Life Care: We work alongside hospice teams to provide round-the-clock support, comfort, and dignity in your loved one’s final days.
💙 Why Families Trust Us
✅ Employees, Not Contractors: All our caregivers are W-2 employees—trained, background-checked, bonded and insured. You’re not hiring a freelancer. You’re hiring a vetted professional backed by a trusted local agency.
✅ Continuity You Can Count On: Our caregivers stay. That means familiar faces, dependable support, and a true bond with your loved one. We give our cell numbers to all our clients and are truly available to help 24/7.
✅ We Go Beyond Care: We are proud to accept VA BENEFITS, LONG TERM CARE INSURANCE, as well as MEDICAID to assist as many families as possible and we are happy to assist with these applications and getting to necessary appointments.
✅Flexibilty: We do not have rigid hourly minimums, long-term contracts with cancellation policies or costly up front deposits. We can start care today with no out of pocket cost.
🏡No matter the type of care your loved one requires, Senior Helpers provides the appropriate services for any of their needs, all done from the comfort of their own home. We’re giving better peace of mind for them and YOU. Please reach out to us and we can schedule a free assessment with you and your loved one.