Dementia and Brain Health with JuneBrain, Crdl and U The Mind
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain (Health) Awareness Month. New diagnostics, therapies, AI-powered tools and caregiver support solutions are transforming what’s possible for people living with dementia and for the families who care for them. Our guests today are part of that exciting movement.
Sam Scott introduced a portable retinal imaging OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) device called Neuro-i SS-OCT for early detection and monitoring of neurodegenerative and optical diseases, including Alzheimer’s Disease. It is pre-FDA approval. Supported by AI and automation, it is easy to use and collect data. Sam mentioned the potential for OCT in retail optical chains and big box pharmacies.
Ger Schuivens presented Crdl, a beautiful wood device for enhancing human connection, expression and wellbeing through music and touch for dementia patients who have lost the majority of their communication capabilities. It can be used with two people, a circle or a chain of 200 people holding hands. Created in the Netherlands, Eugeria is the distributor in the USA and Canada. Priced at $9,500 for memory care communities and individuals.
Mo Abouelsoud explained in delightfully plain language his company’s non-invasive electrical stimulation headband, which showed significant improvements in Alzheimer’s patients in a clinical study published in 2024. U: The Mind also has clinically studied versions for Parkinson’s and coming soon calming for dogs. Their NeuroEdge is a consumer-grade wellness device built on their neurostimulation platform. Designed for everyday focus, clarity, and cognitive performance at home priced at $350.
Recorded on June 25, 2026, this episode is part of our Dementia and Brain Health Series. Speakers are listed in their order of appearance.
Samantha Scott, Founder & CEO, JuneBrain – Neuro-i SS-OCT
JuneBrain is an AgeTech Collaborative from AARP portfolio company
Ger Schuivens, Managing Director, Crdl
USA distributor Eugeria’s Crdl page
Mohammed Abouelsoud, Founder and CEO, U: The Mind Company – NeuroEdge, Tensor and Axis
Resources
The Guardian 6-9-26 People living with dementia are fighting against damaging stereotypes and demanding proper medical support
Reported on and discussed in our 6-23-26 News for the Ages podcast
Debbie Howard’s LinkedIn Dementia and Brain Health digest article of select Rethinking Aging Club podcasts
Ger referenced Rietveld Academie in Amsterdam in explaining where the architects / designers for Crdl came from.
Press, Podcasts, Demo Videos and Studies:
JUNEBRAIN
New Orleans BioFund & Gulf South Angels Announce Joint Investment in JuneBrain (March 2026)
ETC Invests in Baltimore MedTech Startup JuneBrain (February 2026)
CRDL
Brian Tong YouTube This Speaker Blew My Mind! Play Music By Touching Someone! CRDL at Eureka Park CES 2023 video (timestamp: 8:36)
Community First Solutions early June 2026 testimonial/ demo – LinkedIn video early June 2026
Adria Thompson of Be Light Care Consulting Testimonial/ Demo LinkedIn video Jan 2026
When Words Don’t Work Anymore. Goodwin Living Invests in Crdl video
Meet Crdl demonstration video
Crdl’s New Motion Control menu video
Crdl received a CES Innovation Award in the Digital Health category in Las Vegas
Crdl was selected in TIME’s Best Inventions of 2023
U: THE MIND
Podcast: Progress, Potential and Possibilities Hosted by Ira S. Pastor
Episode title: Mohammed Abouelsoud – CEO, U: The Mind Company – Rebooting The Brain: Precision Neuromodulation (focus here is on Parkinson’s) 2-3-26
CB Herald 1-28-26 Non-Invasive Neurotechnology Expands Beyond Labs and Into Living Rooms (promotes the following trial)
NIH Clinical Trial Invitations
Study title: Virtual tES Device Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease Motor Symptoms 1-27-26 Sponsor: U: The Mind
U: The Mind Studies page on their website
Published November 2024 in IntechOpen. Frontal Lobe Electrical Stimulation Enhances Connectivity in Alzheimer’s Disease Networks Evidence from rs-fMRI N=5
Movies Reviews and More Podcast 2026
Group discussion. Mo mostly explains their Parkinson’s trial. He also talks about using his device to calm dogs.
5:50 – 15:00 intro of himself and his devices
20:44 – 25:03 showed a patient video
28:04 – 32:23
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