About The Owners
Donny Bradetich
Upon my arrival to the Portland area in 2009, I sought out to start a home care agency that would reflect who I am. Lucky for me, I am part of a family with great character, love for each other, and experience in healthcare and business. Couple those things with the great relationships I have with the eldest generation in my family and home care has naturally been a perfect fit for me since I started in the industry in 2007 in Olympia, WA.
As with any venture there were challenges to get things up and running, especially having moved from out of the area. To overcome these challenges I leaned on those closest to me using their knowledge and life experiences. The result was, and still is today, a positive impact on HDE Home Care. To name a few examples: I have grandparents who lived out a full life having gone through a decline, terminal diagnosis, hospice, and the death and dying process; there are multiple nurses in my family who had an impact on the clinical development of HDE; there are a few entrepreneurs in my family, no doubt that is where I inherited the courage to start the company; and last but not least, the name HDE is a tribute to my grandfather.
What I enjoy most about this industry is setting up a great match between caregiver and client. It is not always easy to welcome outside help in your home, but if we provide the right caregiver then it will be the next best thing to family helping out.
It has been a pleasure to serve the Portland area and beyond since our initial licensure in May of 2010. Thank you for taking the time to learn about our story. We look forward to serving you!
My HDE story:
In 2009, I moved back home to Oregon and started HDE Home Care. I had gained experience in home care agency administration and had the itch to move home and work for myself. Fast forward to today and I'm lucky that my now wife, Trudy, believed in me and helped make it happen by supporting me in numerous ways.
Along the way I learned countless lessons wearing the hat of a business owner, DSP, and nearly every other position in between. I gained knowledge about building a team to run an organization. I also discovered the importance of community involvement, celebrating each other's successes, and self-reflection in times of humility. Serving people with disabilities and being an employer is hard work, but it is fulfilling work. I am as excited as ever about the future of HDE and what we can do for people who need support at home and in the community.
Personally:
My list of hobbies and interests away from work is quite long. I rarely feel like there's enough time in the day! I stay active by playing tennis, training for an annual 10k, and working hard in my yard at home. I socialize with friends and family while watching sports (go Ducks!), hosting parties, going on trips, and much more. I relax by gardening, going on walks, doing puzzles, watching shows with Trudy, and easy hangouts with my brother and other close friends. Last and not least, I keep my heart full by spending time with Trudy and our 3 daughters. We've had many incredible adventures and I hope the best is yet to come 
Bryan Bradetich
Hi, I’m Bryan Bradetich, an owner and the acting General Manager at HDE. I joined the company in 2016, driven by a lifelong appreciation for supporting others, something that I learned from growing up in a big family in Eugene, Oregon (Go Ducks!).
Community involvement has always been a meaningful part of my life. While working at HDE, I also volunteered for four years as president of Reedville Baseball, a local youth program that gave me the opportunity to support families and stay connected to the community.
At HDE, I oversee our day-to-day operations and focus on creating the kind of warmth and reliability you’d expect from a family run business. Working alongside my brother Donny makes this work especially rewarding. Family is incredibly important to me. I’ve been married for over 20 years, have two sons and I strive to bring that same sense of care and connection to our entire organization.
Whether I’m supporting our team, meeting with clients, or helping strengthen the systems that keep HDE moving, my goal is simple: to create a welcoming, supportive environment where mutually beneficial connections can thrive.