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Linus Health Acquires Together Senior Health, Bolstering Early Detection and Care for Cognitive Decline

by Fred Pennic 07/24/2024 Leave a Comment

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Linus Health Acquires Together Senior Health, Bolstering Early Detection and Care for Cognitive Decline

What You Should Know: 

– Linus Health, a leader in early detection of cognitive decline and dementia, announced today the acquisition of Together Senior Health. This strategic move strengthens Linus Health’s position in the brain health space by combining its expertise in early detection with Together’s evidence-based solutions for managing cognitive decline.

– The post-acquisition integration process will prioritize a smooth transition for clients of both companies. Clients can continue to rely on their existing support representatives throughout this phase. Financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed. 

Addressing Growing Demand and Care Gaps

The global dementia burden is anticipated to surge, with cases projected to climb from 55 million in 2020 to over 139 million by 2050. At the same time, the number of neurologists is struggling to keep pace with this rising demand. Linus Health’s brain health platform addresses these gaps by enabling early detection and intervention in primary care settings. This approach empowers primary care providers to efficiently deliver assessments, insights, and personalized care plans for patients with mild cognitive impairment, ensuring appropriate reimbursement for these crucial services.

Moving Together: A Science-Backed Program for Improved Quality of Life

Together Senior Health is renowned for its “Moving Together™” program. This innovative program offers the first scientifically validated virtual therapeutic approach specifically designed for individuals with cognitive decline. The program merges gentle physical activity, mindfulness techniques, music, and social interaction, catering to the unique learning and engagement needs of this population. Developed through over a decade of research with the University of California, San Francisco, and the National Institutes of Health, Moving Together offers a powerful tool to enhance quality of life.

RADAR: Identifying At-Risk Individuals

The acquisition also includes Together’s proprietary “Risk of Alzheimer’s and Dementia AlgoRithm (RADAR)”. This algorithm leverages healthcare claims, electronic health records, and other relevant data to pinpoint individuals at high risk for undiagnosed cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s disease, and dementia. This critical tool empowers health insurers and healthcare providers to proactively reach individuals who might benefit from early intervention.

Published Research Highlights Program’s Effectiveness

A recent study co-authored by Dr. Deborah Barnes of Together Senior Health showcased the program’s effectiveness. The clinical trial, published in a respected Alzheimer’s Association journal, demonstrated significant improvements in quality of life for dementia patients and a substantial reduction in caregiver stress. Participants also experienced a notable 30% decrease in falls.

“Together Senior Health joining Linus Health is an ideal fit because both of our platforms are designed to detect and slow cognitive decline through personalized, lifestyle-focused interventions,” said Together Co-Founder and Chief Science Advisor Deborah Barnes, PhD, MPH, who will serve as a consultant to Linus. “Combining our multidisciplinary knowledge and expertise with Linus Health’s market-leading solutions will lead to many more people maintaining their cognitive function and independence for longer, reducing emergency department visits, and improving the well-being of individuals with cognitive decline and their care partners.”

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