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Caregivers are the real superheroes! They are real-life sages; exuding experiences, resources, and skills from their time in the role. A caregiver’s voice carries incredible power and when they speak, it is wise to listen. ?? In our latest blog, Richard, a seasoned patient advocate, shares of his contributions to research and why it is important for other caregiver’s to get involved too. ?? Whether navigating daily challenges or dreaming of a brighter future, caregiver experiences can contribute to enhanced patient outcomes. Read our latest blog post to learn how you (or a caregiver you know) can turn an experience into meaningful change. Link in comments ?? #CaregiverVoices #ResearchForGood #MakingAnImpact

?? Celebrating Innovation: Woman-Led Companies in Health Tech ??? Boomerang Ventures is proud to expand our portfolio with four visionary woman-led companies in the connected health technology space! ??? Meet the incredible leaders transforming healthcare:? ?? Nancy Wright, CEO & Co-founder of Respiratory Health Technologies ?? Jean Ross, RN, CEO & Co-founder of Primary Record? ?? Lydia Zeller, CEO of Flyte by Pelvital ?? Heidi Ojha, CEO of Aware Health ?? These trailblazing companies are leveraging technology to disrupt healthcare and make a lasting impact. We are beyond proud to support their growth and innovation as they shape the future of health tech! ?? #WomenInTech #HealthTech #BoomerangVentures #HealthcareInnovation #Leadership #ConnectedHealth #FemaleFounders #womenshealth

Tonight, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation is hosting the 2024 Entrepreneurship Indiana Yearbook Launch and Awards Reception in Fishers, Indiana. Our Co-founders, Jean Ross, RN and Jim McIntosh are being formally recognized as Yearbook Honorees! The Indiana Economic Development Corporation’s award program launches the newest collection of our State’s best entrepreneurial stories. To be considered among these stories is an honor, yet working to improve our communities with work via Primary Record is the greatest reward. We look forward to hearing and seeing the impact of other Yearbook Honorees in our community! View the full Yearbook: https://bit.ly/40SsuC1 #economicdevelopment #indianayearbook #PrimaryRecord #HealthInnovation #PatientEmpowerment #HealthTechnology #BetterHealthOutcomes

While we’ve been shining the spotlight on #NationalCaregiverMonth, let’s not forget it’s also #NationalAlzheimersAwarenessMonth! ?Here’s a fun fact: Teal is the official Alzheimer’s Awareness color of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) because according to color psychology, teal creates a sense of calm and comfort. This makes it a perfect color to use when designing spaces or events for people living with Alzheimer’s to feel both safe and welcome. ??So, the next time you spot someone rocking teal, take a moment to reflect on the 6+ million people living with the disease—and the support they and their caregivers need. Every little action makes a difference. Visit https://bit.ly/40SuPgh to learn more about Light the World in Teal, Alzheimer’s Awareness, and additional resources. #TealForAlz #AFAlighttheworldinteal #Alzfdn

It’s still #NationalCaregiverMonth and we’re back with more caregiving resources! ?? Join an Employee Resource Group (ERG) as a Caregiver ?? Balancing work and caregiving can be tough, but Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are here to help! They provide resources, networking opportunities, and a safe space for caregivers. Here’s how you can get involved: ???See if your company is already hosting an ERG for a chance to connect with others and learn more about available resources! ???Explore helpful resources like the [AARP Guide on Caregiver ERGs](https://bit.ly/3UZGx4T), which outlines the benefits of joining an ERG for caregivers. ???Check out the [Happy Healthy Caregiver’s ERG Start Guide](https://bit.ly/4hVBsEn) for tips on how to create or join an ERG in your workplace. ??For even more insight, read about [starting the conversation with your employer about caregiver resources](https://bit.ly/3CAdUF6) and how to advocate for support. ERGs are fantastic employer resources that can help make juggling work and caregiving a little easier. By joining or advocating for an ERG at your workplace, you’re not only finding support for yourself but also contributing to a culture that values and understands the needs of caregivers. #CaregiverSupport #CaregivingCommunity #FamilyCaregivers #CaregiverLife #SupportForCaregivers #SelfCareForCaregivers #CaregiverResources #YouAreNotAlone

On November 20-21, the?National Alliance for Caregiving Caregiver Nation Summit?in Washington will gather diverse voices to explore bold ideas in support of family caregivers. Speakers include poet and caregiver Yosimar Reyes, Center for Medicare Director Dr. Meena Seshamani, and Senator Edward Markey. Together we will: 1. Educate and Advocate:?Hear from the nation’s leading voices on care and equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to effectively advocate for change with policymakers. 2. Raise Visibility:?Shine a spotlight on the often-invisible work of family caregivers and the value of their contributions to our healthcare system, economy and communities. 3. Build Community:?Foster collaboration and partnerships to drive action on our National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers. The Caregiver Nation Summit is more than a conference; it’s a catalyst for change on our country’s first-ever?National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers (https://bit.ly/3CvYWjw). It’s a platform for caregivers, advocates, policymakers, and movement leaders to come together to shape the future of care in our nation’s capital. Join virtually! https://bit.ly/3ZeIL2M Learn more about the Caregiver Nation Summit: https://bit.ly/3Ocqjlc #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth #ICare #Caregiving #CareEconomy #FamilyCaregivers #supportfamilycaregivers #wearecaregivernation

We helped to kick off Global Entrepreneurship Week this morning with Launch Fishers & Indiana IoT Lab, along with local entrepreneurs like Recovery Force, spokenote, Levisonics, Lyfe Foods, ArcticRx & Primary Record. Many exciting new technologies coming out of our city!

Thank you at Launch Fishers for a great kick off event to #GlobalEntrepreneurshipWeek. Grateful to have Primary Record included alongside such innovative companies as Recovery Force Health, spokenote, Levisonics, ZeroCarb LYFE, and ArcticRx. Here’s to driving innovation and shaping the future! ?? #GEW24 #Entrepreneurship

?? Don’t miss today’s free public webinar hosted by OpenNotes, Johns Hopkins School of Public Health, and the Coalition for Care Partners from 1-2pm EST! Presenter line-up: - Cait DesRoches, DrPH MSc - Jean Ross, RN, MHA, BSN - Jennifer Wolff, PHD - Deborah Wachenheim, MPP - Liz Salmi, Communications & Patient Initiatives Director - Isabel Hurwitz, Clinical Research Coordinator Expect to takeaway: ???How shared access to the patient portal can empower care partners in supporting patient independence and engagement. ???Learn about new research and resources tailored to care partners, especially for those with complex caregiving roles. ????Specialized tools and strategies for better communication, stress reduction, and enhanced care for those assisting loved ones with dementia. ??Join us: https://bit.ly/3Z9mPpR #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth #ICare #Caregiving #CareEconomy #FamilyCaregivers

I am wired to help. So, when I needed to begin "selling" Primary Record, I faced many challenges. I've never considered myself a salesperson—hats off to everyone who makes a career of it!? Reading April Dunford's *Sales Pitch: How to Craft a Story to Standout and Win* was a lightbulb moment.?? It showed me that I don’t have to sell the way I’ve heard sales pitches in the past. Instead, I can lean into what I care about: helping others learn and make the best decision for them.? Healthcare is one of the toughest industries to drive change in. As #administrators, #nurses, #advocates or #doctors, I know how overwhelmed you all are! Staying the same always feels safer than risking a transition to something new.? When I spent six years coordinating care for families navigating dementia, I experienced firsthand the day-to-day grind of communicating and relaying information to ensure clients got the best care. It often meant endless phone tag, chasing down faxes, and advocating against siloed systems that didn’t talk to each other. Even when I brought in more amazing nurses, the tools I gave them seemed to create more work, not less.? That experience sparked the vision for what we’re building at Primary Record. I’ve spent the past 10 years on a journey to redefine care coordination, and what excites me most is the opportunity to go beyond just the patient, engaging their family alongside their care teams, who help with many of the jobs that need to get done! When we center the experience around the patient and their family, we move beyond creating just another siloed piece of tech. Instead, we build tools that empower families to manage the chaos of information thrown at them and seamlessly share it in real time with their care team. It’s about working smarter, not harder—by leveraging the most underutilized resource in healthcare: family and community. If what you’re using today looks like a mix of paper forms, Microsoft OneNote, Excel sheets, and Google Drives—or if the tech you’ve tried feels like overkill (EHRs or CRMs that need constant updating)—then let’s talk. I’m motivated daily to help amazing community businesses and find ways our team can invest in your growth. I'd love to learn about the challenges you see in coordinating care and how we can help. ??