Home Helpers, a service designed to help seniors stay in their own homes with a maximum of independence, dignity and safety, now is operating in Douglas County.

Lawrence resident Julie Mettenberg is director for the local business, part of the national organization based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Home Helpers provides assistance to seniors who need assistance with tasks such as grooming, preparing meals, shopping for groceries, going to the doctor or attending social events.

Home Helpers also assists expectant and new parents, plus and people living with disabilities. Overnight and around-the-clock care also is available. The company’s caregivers are employees, not contractors, and are bonded, insured and trained to meet each client’s specific needs.

Home Helpers also serves Franklin and Johnson counties. For more information, call 856-2292.