MapHabit

12/02/2025

The new Rural Health Transformation Program marks a historic federal commitment to improving care in rural communities—$50B over five years to help states build stronger, more sustainable systems of care.

However, funding alone won’t close the gap. Real transformation happens when we give people tools that work in everyday life.

That’s where assistive and consumer-facing technologies play a powerful role.

MapHabit supports care teams, family caregivers, and individuals by making daily health routines clear, visual, and accessible, even in areas where broadband is limited.

In our latest blog, we explore how tools like MapHabit align with the program’s goals to expand access, strengthen the workforce, and bring innovation to every corner of rural America.

Read the full article:

Discover how MapHabit's assistive technology empowers independence in rural communities through visual mapping, enhancing care access and sustainability even in low-connectivity areas.

12/01/2025

New research from the UC Davis MIND Institute:

UC Davis has launched a new 5-year, NIH-funded study to better understand how young children with Down syndrome develop expressive communication — including gestures, signs, pictures, and spoken words.

The research team will follow 168 children ages 18–54 months to track how their communication skills grow over time. The goal is to create a clearer, more accurate guide that helps families and providers understand when certain milestones may appear and how to better tailor support.

At MapHabit, we’re always encouraged to see more research focused on communication development and real-world support for families.

🔗 Learn more about the study at the link in the comments.

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we’re feeling especially grateful for the community around us—the caregivers, providers, and organizations who bring compassion and consistency to the people they support every day.

Thank you for letting MapHabit be a small part of the meaningful work you do. From all of us at MapHabit, we wish you a restful and happy Thanksgiving with your loved ones.

11/26/2025

Therapy only works when skills practiced in session actually stick and show up in daily routines. That’s where many providers feel the gap—families are motivated, but life gets busy, and consistency becomes a challenge.

What we’ve seen is that when visual supports and guided routines follow clients home, practice becomes easier, more predictable, and far more consistent. Therapists get clearer data. Families get more confidence. Clients get more independence.

MapHabit is designed for turning therapeutic goals into routines clients can actually use and families can confidently reinforce day after day.

If you missed our blog post, we break down exactly how therapists are using these tools in practice. Check it out on our Resource Center today.

11/25/2025

Small routines can lead to big wins in the workplace.

From Getting Ready for Work to Taking a Break the Right Way, MapHabit supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they gain confidence and consistency in their jobs.

Contact our team to learn how supportive employment partners use MapHabit to empower their workforce: https://hubs.ly/Q03TyD9M0

11/21/2025

Why do two people with the same traumatic brain injury recover so differently?

That question drives the work of Jessica Gill, Bloomberg Distinguished Professor at Johns Hopkins University whose PRECEDE Lab is identifying biomarkers that could predict which patients are most at risk for long-term effects such as PTSD, depression, or post-concussive syndrome.

By studying proteins released after injury, like the same amyloids and tau proteins seen in Alzheimer’s disease, Gill’s team is uncovering biological patterns that could help clinicians personalize care, set realistic recovery expectations, and intervene earlier when complications are likely.

Their findings are moving us closer to a future where TBI recovery is guided by precision, not guesswork.

At MapHabit, we’re inspired by work that acknowledges every brain, every recovery journey, and every care plan is unique.

Read the full story from Johns Hopkins Medicine:

Neurologist Jessica Gill is studying biomarkers associated with TBI to learn why some patients heal more than others.

11/20/2025

Last week, MapHabit had the opportunity to join the 8th Annual Enabling Technology & Innovation Summit—a gathering that continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in disability services, LTSS, and person-centered care.

Our CEO, Matt Golden, spent time demoing MapHabit and connecting with leaders across the ecosystem. We loved hearing how organizations are using enabling technology to expand independence and improve quality of life.

It was also great to reconnect with industry partners and innovators, including:
📌 Milton Neuenschwander, Director of Enabling Technology State of Tennessee
📌 Erin Washington & Carrie Shaw, Embodied Labs
📌 Michelle Bagby
📌 Kathryn E. (Katie) Walters, LTSS Technology Champion at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

We’re energized by the momentum in this space and proud to contribute tools that support caregivers, providers, and individuals in building more independent, supported daily routines.

Looking forward to continuing these conversations and collaborations in 2026.

11/19/2025

Caring for someone with a neurocognitive disorder can feel overwhelming, but small moments of structure make a big difference.

MapHabit’s caregiver education maps teach essential skills, from recognizing behavioral changes to managing stress through simple mindfulness steps.

Reach out to schedule a demo and see how our visual maps can support your care routine.

11/18/2025

Here’s a peek at our latest blog, “Empowering Independence in Rural Communities: The Role of MapHabit in Health Innovation.”

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recently launched the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), a $50 billion effort to strengthen rural healthcare over the next five years.

Our recent post explores how assistive technology like MapHabit can help states and providers support the rural workforce and improving care continuity for communities with limited resources.

Here’s a quick overview 👇

1️⃣ Meeting rural health needs beyond the clinic
Many rural residents live far from consistent care. MapHabit helps individuals and caregivers follow step-by-step visual “maps” that guide daily living, emotional regulation, and self-care. Once you download maps, you can use them without internet access, ensuring continuity even when broadband is unreliable.

2️⃣ Supporting sustainable access
RHTP encourages states to invest in tools that strengthen prevention and reduce care gaps. With MapHabit, care continues between visits:
- Community health workers can preload personalized routines during home visits.
- Family caregivers can share visual medication or hygiene guides.
- Providers can reinforce therapy routines using calming or motor-skills maps from Engage Spark, our special program of gross and fine motor activity maps.

3️⃣ Strengthening the rural workforce
Rural clinicians juggle many roles. MapHabit helps them work efficiently by standardizing visual care plans across teams. A nurse can create a wound-care or mobility map once and share it with home aides in multiple counties, promoting consistency and confidence across shifts.

4️⃣ Enabling tech innovation with an equity lens
The RHTP calls for technology that works in real-world conditions. MapHabit’s simple, visual app runs on tablets or smartphones that can be provisioned and pre-configured for organizations, so teams can start supporting clients immediately—no complex setup required.

5️⃣ Building lasting partnerships for rural impact
Sustainability comes from collaboration. MapHabit partners with providers, health systems, and state programs to extend care into homes and communities, showing that innovation in rural health isn’t just about telehealth—it’s about empowering people every day.

Rural health transformation starts with small, sustainable tools that create big impact. Let’s build that future together.

11/17/2025

As Medicaid HCBS Week begins, we join others in recognizing the programs and people making it possible for individuals with disabilities and older adults to thrive at home and in their communities.

Through innovation, collaboration, and person-centered supports, HCBS providers help people live with dignity, independence, and choice. These values align with everything we do at MapHabit.

Thank you to the care teams, advocates, and families who bring this mission to life every day.

11/14/2025

At MapHabit, we’re inspired by the power of embracing every way of thinking. The evolving conversation around “neurodivergence” reminds us that diverse minds fuel innovation, and inclusivity is key to building a supportive future.

This article from NPR highlights the importance of championing a world where every brain is valued and every idea has room to grow. Take a read here:

"Neurodivergent" is not just a way to describe medical diagnoses like autism and ADHD. It encompasses a range of ways in which people's brains differ from what is considered normal in the U.S.

11/12/2025

This week, we're celebrating the heart of home care and our dedicated home health aides.

Their compassion, skill, and unwavering commitment make independence possible for so many. From daily activities to emotional support, home health aides bring comfort, dignity, and connection to the people they serve.

We’re proud to recognize their essential role during National Home Health Aide Week, part of the broader National Care at Home Month.