The Crdl enables care professionals and family members to establish human contact with people suffering from dementia and break social isolation. This excellent solution was therefore selected to win the SilverEco & Ageing Well International Awards at SilverNight.
“Last night, after deliberation by the jury, we were awarded the prize for international innovation. This means a lot, because SilverEco brings an international audience to this event. These are people who are, in various ways, linked to aging, well-being and better care for the elderly.”
Ger Schuivens, General Manager, explains that CRDL was created to foster moments of meaningful connection between people with physical or cognitive impairments and their loved ones. It offers a sensory experience that celebrates the beauty of touch and sound. Caregivers use Crdl as a therapeutic tool to engage people with dementia, autism, intellectual disabilities or visual impairments.
CRDL is a German company that produces instruments that enable seniors to communicate without the use of words. In care homes, senior citizens can be socially isolated, making it difficult to relate to family members and care staff. CRDL wanted to create easy-to-use electronic instruments for use in nursing homes and day-care centers.
Crdl possesses a groundbreaking ability to transform the human body into a musical instrument. The moment both users place their hands on Crdl, their touch is converted into sound. Various types of touch produce different sounds, enriching the emotional experience and fostering natural, spontaneous connections between people.
Break isolation between people
Crdl aims to break social isolation and foster connection. It seeks to create a sense of equality, where each participant has the same opportunity to engage and enjoy the presence and energy of the other, regardless of cognitive abilities.
Crdl establishes the conditions for a shared encounter that is open and vulnerable — a genuine connection from one human being to another. The power of a Crdl interaction recreates a bond that has been lost in modern life. The Crdl experience allows for moments of presence, where one can look beyond any disability and naturally connect with another person. This experience enhances users’ quality of life by providing an opportunity to embrace the essential need for belonging, vitality, and growth.
Sound and music have a profound impact. They evoke memories, stir emotions, and resonate deeply within us. Crdl’s sound-stories are immersive micro-worlds, meticulously curated and composed to create meaningful, shared experiences. Crdl can distinguish between different forms of touch, such as holding, tickling, stroking, tapping, and kneading. A gentle stroke may awaken the warm tones of a cello, while a playful tickle can bring a piano to life. Discover the magic of Crdl’s sound-stories and experience a world of sensory connection!
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