Grant supports development and use study for puzzle created for the Alzheimer’s and dementia populations.

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RALEIGH, N.C., March 23, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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Jigsawdio, a woman-owned small business headquartered in Raleigh, N.C.,received a $500,000 Science and Technology Transfer (STTR) grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to fund the prototype development and use study of its audiovisual jigsaw puzzle device created specifically for the Alzheimer’s and dementia populations.

“I’ve seen nothing like this for any population,” said Jigsawdio founder and CEO Amy Young. “It is a unique platform designed for those with memory loss to engage with the meaningful aspects of their life.”

The puzzle, composed of acrylic pieces played in a soundframe, incorporates images and audio stories specific to an individual with memory loss.

“Users play their collection of physical personalized jigsaw puzzles on a displayable frame,” said Young. “Each puzzle has six ‘sound’ pieces that play recordings that narrate the image associated with that part of the puzzle. It is the only jigsaw puzzle with pieces that play recordable sound.”

Young, who worked in educational technology prior to founding Jigsawdio, explained that interest in developing such a product for children led to conversations with people whose grandparents could not remember their grandchildren.

“This product is being made specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia and other memory issues,” said Young. “Statistics show that there are not enough caregivers to offer the personal attention to keep members of these populations engaged. Much of their time is spent in very passive activities.

“Jigsawdio (Patent Pending) hopes to provide a way to engage them more socially. It is personally relevant and easy to use. We have an IOS App that guides people step by step in loading their images and sounds to create their puzzles. While the puzzle is not yet available for purchase, the first version of the app is ready now in the App Store.”

Supported by engineer and design companies for its hardware, firmware, software, and hard acrylic pieces, theJigsawdio prototypes currently include 12-, 24-, and 36-piece puzzle options, which will be completed by April. The puzzle then enters a custom six-week study.

“This study, conducted by researchers from Indiana University, will include participants’ family members and caregivers who can provide feedback and ideas to create a puzzle, including present and past events, hobbies, favorite pets, and stories,” Young said.

“The study will measure the emotional aspects of the images and sounds to the participants, what they like and how they respond, as well as how they engage.

“Jigsawdio is ‘The puzzle that speaks to you.’ Our goal is to improve the mood and quality of life of and bring joy to those with memory loss.”

For more information, please visit jigsawdio.com or email amy@jigsawdio.com.

Contact Information:

Amy Young

Founder and CEO

amy@jigsawdio.com

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The Methodical Group

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., March 23, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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Methodical Group, a leading provider of consultancy, technology and workforce solutions, has been named one of Inc. Magazine’s Fastest-Growing Companies in the Southeast Region. This prestigious award recognizes The Methodical Group’s rapid growth, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit.

“We are thrilled to be named one of Inc. Magazine’s Fastest Growing Companies,” said Josh Mann, CEO/Founder Name. “This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team, as well as our commitment to providing the highest level of service to our clients.”

The Methodical Group has achieved remarkable growth in recent years, thanks to its focus on innovation, customer service, and their methodical approach. The company’s genuine care and appreciation for their clients, as well as employing top-tier experts in their fields, set it apart from competitors in the technology and staffing sector.

“Our success is a result of our team’s dedication to excellence and our unwavering commitment to our clients,” said Josh Mann, “We are proud to be recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the country, and we look forward to continuing to provide innovative solutions to our clients.”

Inc. Magazine’s Fastest Growing Companies list is a prestigious award for a business. “This year’s Inc. 5000 Regional winners represent one of the most exceptional and exciting lists of America’s off-the-charts growth companies. They’re disrupters and job creators, and all delivered an outsize impact on the economy. Remember their names and follow their lead. These are the companies you’ll be hearing about for years to come,” said Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. magazine.

The Methodical Group’s inclusion on the list is a reflection of the company’s exceptional growth, dedication to customer service, and commitment to innovation. The company looks forward to continuing to provide outstanding service to its clients and achieving even greater success in the years to come.

For more information about Methodical Group and its services, please visit www.methodicalgroup.com

Contact Information:

Robyn Resnick

Marketing Manager

robyn.resnick@methodicalgroup.com

(844) 511-9772

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Greg von der Lippe named HealthAxis’ new Chief Growth Officer

TAMPA, Fla., March 23, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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HealthAxis, a leading provider of core administrative processing solutions (CAPS) and third-party administrator (TPA) services to healthcare payors, announced today that it has named Greg von der Lippe as Chief Growth Officer and Chris House as Chief Technology Officer.

“Greg and Chris bring a wealth of insights and are proven leaders in the healthcare technology market,” said Matt Hughes, CEO, HealthAxis. “As the demand for our technology platform and services grows, their extensive knowledge will help us provide first-class solutions and experiences to our customers.”

As the Chief Growth Officer, von der Lippe is responsible for driving new business, overseeing and nurturing the HealthAxis brand, and assisting in developing successful strategies and partnerships. Before joining HealthAxis, Greg held leadership roles at Apixio, was CRO at CCS Medical, and spent 15 years at Optum in various leadership positions, including Senior Vice President, Payer Solution Sales, and Vice President Client Executive. Greg also was previously the Senior Vice President, Managed Markets at Option Care Health.

“This is an exciting time for the company, and I look forward to partnering with Matt and the leadership team to scale HealthAxis’ business to the next level while continuing to build meaningful relationships with our customers,” said von der Lippe.

As the Chief Technology Officer, House is responsible for the company’s technology strategy, accelerating innovation and delivering the technology and software application platforms. He is a seasoned technology executive with a decade of experience in the healthcare industry. Prior to joining HealthAxis, House was SVP of Product Development at a market-leading provider portal and utilization management company leading the product engineering and technology solutions for their payer-provider portals, decision support, and utilization management solutions. 

“HealthAxis has done an exemplary job at leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive innovation. I look forward to helping HealthAxis create new solutions for the healthcare ecosystem and further improve inefficiencies for our customers,” said House.

About HealthAxis
HealthAxis is a leading provider of modern core administrative processing solutions (CAPS) and third-party administrator (TPA) services to healthcare payors. We offer our customers scalable and flexible solutions for their most complex challenges. Our next-generation enterprise solution suite combines our HxPro, core benefits administration software platform and HxOps, tech-enabled business process outsourcing capabilities under one unified offering. These solutions combine to make HealthAxis the leading partner for payors seeking reliability, innovation, and efficiency across their most mission-critical business functions. Visit HealthAxis.com for more information.

Contact Information:

Amy Henry

Marketing & communications Director

amy.henry@healthaxis.com

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