TODAYS GUEST Dave Weiderrich, CEO and Founder of KalenderKards
Dave joined us to discuss how they are developing Low Tech and High Impact Tool for Alzheimer's and Dementia. Specifically we discuss the following with Dave:
- (2:06) What motivated you to develop KalendarKards?
- (3:20) How does it work? How do your customers use it?
- (4:20) How is it benefitting caregivers and those for whom they care?
- (7:08) This would make a great app! Is there one in the works?
- (7:45) What are your distribution channels and how does each one benefit?
- (9:59) What's next for KalendarKards?
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About KalendarKards
KalendarKards is an innovative memory support system designed to assist those with memory challenges by introducing a simple-to-follow series of individual visual cues. The system is based on a 197-card deck of regulation (but highly customized) playing cards, with that medium for its familiar tactile feel, and for ease of handling.
Inspiration came from a co-founder’s family member who was having trouble remembering daily tasks. Through numerous revisions, based on feedback received, KalendarKards has evolved into a simple, helpful system.
Cards provided in five, color-coded categories:
- Yellow: Time and Day
- Blue: Health
- Red: Important
- Orange: Chores
- Green: Appointments
- Red: Important
To allow further customization of an individual’s own experience, a generous supply of blank cards and a permanent marker are provided. In addition, there is a silicone wrist band that says “Check Your KalendarKards” as a subtle, but persistent reminder to be worn by the user. The system retails for $79.95 through the KalendarKards online store, with all shipping and handling handling charges included.
To work in conjunction with a caregiver, seven daily decks are built based on the user’s (fondly called the “Karder’s”) routine day. When the decks are placed in the holder (called the Stadium) they display the entire week at a glance – but with only the next task/event details visible.
The Karder simply takes the next card, acts on it, and moves it to the slot on the right – the “discard” slot. Cards are moved one at a time throughout the day, and throughout the week, addressing the need for memory-challenged individuals to have only one area of focus at a time.
At the end of the week, the caregiver resets the decks, makes any adjustments for the coming week, and allows the Karder to again “play their day.” This provides a proactive structure for the caregiver to assist the Karder, rather than trying to react to a day where it’s not clear what comes next.
Dave Weiderrich's Bio
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