When George Arab came to the United States from Lebanon, he carried with him the same hopes as many immigrants before him — the promise of opportunity, stability, and the chance to build a meaningful life. What he didn’t expect was how deeply distance would shape his future in ways he could never have imagined.
George grew up in a close-knit family where caring for elders was not just a responsibility, but a way of life. Family was everything. But shortly after arriving in the U.S. in search of work, the miles between him and home became more than geography — they became moments missed and goodbyes he never had the chance to say.
Within a short span of time, George lost several elderly relatives. His youngest aunt passed away. His oldest aunt entered a senior home and passed away after just one visit. Then came the loss that would stay with him most deeply — his mother. George believed he would have time. Time to return home. Time to sit with her, care for her, and be present in her final chapter. But time ran out.
Those painful experiences never left him. Instead, they quietly planted the seed for something that would later grow into his life’s work.
For 25 years, George built a successful career in healthcare IT. The job brought professional achievement, but also constant travel and a growing sense that something was missing. He wanted stability. More than that, he wanted purpose — work that felt human and close to the heart.
As he explored new paths, he came across Seniors Helping Seniors® in-home care services. The model immediately resonated with him. Here was a way to support older adults not just with tasks, but with companionship, dignity, and respect. It was care rooted in relationships — the kind of care he wished his own family could have had.
In March 2025, George opened his own Seniors Helping Seniors® location, based in Rutland and expanding into the Worcester area. For him, this wasn’t just a business venture. It was deeply personal — a way to do for other families what he could not do for his own.
His approach to care centers on one simple but powerful belief: seniors often feel most comfortable with peers. Instead of sending just anyone into a client’s home, George’s team thoughtfully matches caregivers and clients based on personality, lifestyle, and shared experiences. The result is more than assistance — it’s genuine companionship.
Care focuses on the everyday moments that make life at home possible: light meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, medication reminders, errands, mobility support, and help with dressing. For individuals living with dementia or Alzheimer’s, compassionate memory care brings an added layer of reassurance. The goal is never to take over, but to stand beside.
That distinction matters. Many older adults have spent their lives as the decision-makers in their homes and families. Accepting help can feel like surrendering independence. George understands this deeply, which is why he emphasizes a simple but meaningful shift in language: they are not there to “help” — they are there to assist.
Assistance preserves dignity. Assistance supports independence. Assistance respects a lifetime of self-reliance while offering a steady, watchful presence when things become more difficult.
The caregivers themselves are often seniors, too — retirees looking for purpose, connection, or a little extra income. Many feel called to serve, finding joy and fulfillment in supporting someone who understands their stage of life. The relationships that form are built on empathy, shared stories, and mutual respect.
As George looks to grow in Worcester, his vision remains rooted in the same place where it all began — family. Every client served is a chance to make a difference in someone’s final chapters. Every match made between caregiver and client is an opportunity to replace loneliness with connection.
For George, this work is more than a profession. It is a promise — that other families might have the presence, care, and dignity he wishes his own loved ones had received. And through that promise, loss has transformed into purpose, and purpose into a mission that continues to touch lives, one home at a time.