Empowering Care. On Your Terms™.
Caredara™ is reimagining home care for the 21st century—by putting people first. Our platform connects seniors and their families directly with qualified personal support workers (PSWs), registered practical nurses (RPNs), and registered nurses (RNs), ensuring competent, compassionate, and timely care—without the red tape and rigid systems of traditional agencies.
Born from a desire to democratize home care, Caredara™ empowers practitioners to control their schedules, earn fair compensation, and build meaningful, consistent relationships with those they serve. For families, it means greater transparency, choice, and continuity of care.
About Caredara™
With gig-economy flexibility and healthcare-grade reliability, Caredara™ is about:
Direct Access
Real-time booking with available practitioners in your area.
Fair Pay, Better Care
Practitioners earn up to 40% more, which leads to increased motivation and continuity.
Smart Matching
Choose your preferred practitioner—or rebook one you've had before.
Personalized Onboarding
All clients begin with an optional RN-led care assessment to ensure the right level of service.
Trusted Professionals
Every practitioner is verified, credentialed, and insured.
A More Human Model
Relationships matter. Caredara™ is designed to support ongoing care with familiar faces.
Whether you're a family seeking peace of mind or a healthcare practitioner ready to take control of your
career, Caredara™ is the future of home care—efficient, ethical, and personal.
Caredara™ – Mission, Vision, Values and Story
The Caredara™ Mission
To democratize home care by empowering healthcare practitioners with flexible, dignified work options and providing seniors and their families with accessible, efficient, and timely care.
Join as a Senior or Family
Our Vision for Home Care
A future where high-quality home care is available on-demand, where practitioners are valued and in control of their work, and where families can confidently trust the care their loved ones receive.
Join as a PractitionerWhat We Value
Empowerment
We believe in giving practitioners control over when, where, and how they work.
Dignity
Everyone deserves respectful care and working conditions that honor professional skill and compassion.
Accessibility
Home care should be easy to access for all seniors, regardless of complexity or urgency.
Transparency
We are clear about our pricing, processes, and expectations for both clients and practitioners.
Innovation
We use technology to modernize how care is delivered and improve outcomes for all involved.
Meet the Founders
Dr. John-Paul Hatala Ph.D.
Founder, Caredara™
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Hatala is a professor, researcher, and serial entrepreneur with a passion for solving complex workforce challenges. With decades of experience in human resource development, he’s dedicated his career to creating innovative, tech-enabled platforms that connect people to meaningful work and services. Caredara™ is his boldest venture yet—designed to disrupt the home care industry by bringing dignity, flexibility, and fairness to both practitioners and the families they serve.
Mahabir Prasad MBA
Co-founder, Caredara™
Chief Technology Officer
Mahabir is a technology innovator with more than 20 years of experience leading software development, product innovation, and scalable platform design. He has worked with global clients to deliver high-impact digital solutions across healthcare, logistics, and workforce management. His expertise spans full-stack development, architecture design, and building secure, user-friendly digital ecosystems.
Kylie Cameron MA
Co-founder, Caredara™
Chief Operating Officer
Kylie is a Gerontologist with a passion for helping older adults age in place with dignity, safety, and purpose. With years of experience in the home healthcare sector, she brings empathy, expertise and a deep commitment to successful aging and client-centred care to the development of Caredara™. Her work is grounded in evidence-based practice and driven by a vision to enhance the caregiving experience for both families and practitioners. Kylie is dedicated to building solutions that are practical, compassionate, and rooted in the real needs of the people they serve.
Kimberly E. Hatala RN
Chief Nursing Officer
With over 25 years of clinical experience, Kimberly E. Hatala brings deep expertise and leadership to her role as Chief Nursing Officer at Caredara™. Holding multiple certifications, she is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care across all services. Kimberly is passionate about supporting practitioners—helping them reach their full potential and receive the respect and compensation they deserve—while upholding Caredara™’s mission of delivering exceptional, client-centered home care.
Subhasmita Dash, MBA
Chief Privacy Officer
With a strong background in banking and healthcare compliance and data governance, Subhasmita D. leads Caredara™’s efforts in safeguarding patient and practitioner data. She ensures that all privacy protocols meet and exceed regulatory standards, fostering a secure and trustworthy environment for all users. Her commitment to ethical data practices, transparency, and privacy education reflects Caredara™’s mission to protect the dignity and rights of those we serve.
Lauren Martin, HBA, MMJC
Social Media and Community Growth Lead
Lauren is a communications and marketing professional with a strong foundation in storytelling, strategy, and community-driven engagement. With a Master of Media in Journalism and Communication, she brings a thoughtful, human-centered approach to building brands that inform, connect, and inspire trust. At Caredara™, Lauren focuses on translating complex care experiences into clear, compassionate messaging—ensuring families, caregivers, and practitioners feel seen, supported, and empowered at every stage of their journey.