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100 clients with a variety of use cases: The key benefits they’ve seen for their clients start with the safety features. Many of their clients are afraid of cooking with ovens or stove tops, and the cool-to-touch exterior, automatic shut off, automated no-flip cooking, and remote monitoring features, help reduce anxiety and instill the confidence to try cooking for themselves. The quick learning curve, with guided recipes and training videos, and the recipe discovery and fa- vorites features, make the process more fun than frustrating so they stick with it. And the consistent, delicious results keep them coming back for more. One individual we placed a Brava with is a self-described ‘picky eater’ who had eaten nothing but frozen french fries and chicken nuggets for years. Due to safety concerns, he had been • Automatic shutoff • Cool to the touch • Remote monitoring • Pre-programmed recipes • Good for individuals who are afraid of cooking with gas stove Great for Picky Eaters • Traditional cooking methods are difficult and require skill • Brava makes it easy to participate in meal prep without the dangers of traditional cooking • When individuals participate in meal prep they are more likely to try new foods • Consistency of cooking results keeps individuals coming back to cook more • Favorites section makes recipe discovery simple and easy • Photos, videos and illustrations helpful for visual learners Safety Features Improve Confidence
Brava placed with 80+ AT users in Massachusetts • Assessment and recommendation from OT/PT • All 6 AT providers have Bravas in lending libraries Use Cases • Autism
• Executive function difficulties • Range of functional motor skills
significant fire and burn risks, especially for individuals who may forget to turn them off. Brava's design keeps the exterior cool to the touch, and the oven shuts off automatically when cooking is complete. Caregivers can remotely monitor and control the oven via the app, allowing them to give feedback and support the cooking process while also providing additional peace of mind. For individuals with executive functioning issues or those who struggle with safety awareness, Brava's guided recipe in- structions and automated processes reduce anxiety and provide confidence. Elderly individuals aging in place and people with physical limitations who find it difficult or dangerous to stand over a stove or reach into a hot oven will find Brava a safe al- ternative, without sacrificing quality. Busy caregivers can also benefit from the reduced need for constant supervision, freeing up their hands and minds to focus on care rather than cooking. CASE STUDY: MASSACHUSETTS Proven Behavior Solutions is an ABA and OT Provider in Mas- sachusetts with a particular focus on improving the lives of in- dividuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. As a qualified AT pro- vider for the Massachusetts DDS Assistive Technology program, they perform Assistive Technology assessments, training, and ongoing support for individuals with intellectual, physical, and developmental disabilities, to leverage new technologies to live more independently. In late 2023, Proven Behavior Solutions be- gan recommending Brava to clients looking to have more con- trol over their diet, and have already placed Bravas with nearly • Blind, deaf, visual/hearing impaired • Physical and/or cognitive impairments • Literacy skills deficits • Individuals in modified environments (ADU, in-law apartments, etc.) • Easy to use for caregivers Quick Learning Curve • Supported by training videos and tutorials for filling the tray, using the TempSensor, cleaning, etc.
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