CareYaya Disrupts Caregiving Industry with Student Caregivers, AI Tools, and Affordable In-Home Support

CareYaya, a tech-driven caregiving platform, is transforming the in-home care industry by connecting healthcare students with families in need of affordable, qualified caregivers. Founded in 2022 by Neal Shah, who experienced the challenges of caregiving firsthand, CareYaya aims to formalize an informal solution used by families for years: hiring healthcare students for quality in-home support. The platform, showcased at TechCrunch Disrupt's Battlefield 200, now boasts over 25,000 student caregivers from top universities like Duke, Stanford, and UC Berkeley.

By charging just $17 to $20 per hour, CareYaya offers a budget-friendly alternative to the average $35 hourly U.S. rate for in-home care. Each student undergoes background checks and video interviews, and families can match with caregivers for either single sessions or ongoing support, with feedback options available after each visit.

To enhance care quality, especially for Alzheimer’s and dementia patients, CareYaya equips its student caregivers with AI-powered technology and smart glasses to track disease progression and conduct early screening. With significant interest from international markets like Canada and Australia, CareYaya envisions global expansion, striving to make high-quality, affordable care accessible to more families worldwide.