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Naturally Human is seeking government grants to fund various initiatives aimed at improving therapies and tools for individuals facing developmental and behavioral challenges. The funding will be allocated towards researching and acquiring new therapeutic approaches, as well as training for new equipment. Additionally, it will cover the research and development of specialized toys for autistic individuals and other affected groups, alongside new sound therapies.
The business plan includes enhancing marketing efforts, developing tailored business models, and introducing toy templates to nursing homes and group homes. Promotion strategies involve leveraging social media, direct sales to healthcare entities, and participation in health fairs and community events.
The rationale for funding approval highlights a significant need and market opportunity for tactile suppression toys designed to provide comfort and relaxation for those with developmental and behavioral challenges. Competition exists from companies like Silkies.com and Taggies.com, yet Naturally Human's competitive advantage lies in products specifically crafted for this demographic, prioritizing safety and targeted design.
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General Information
Business Registration Number: 1668090-96
Location: Ashland, OR, United States
Length of Operation: 1-5
Number of Employees: 1-10 Employees
Annual Gross Income: Less than $100k
Annual Gross Expense: Less than $100k
Open to Loans: NO
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Funding Usage
Used to research and acquire new therapies, healing therapy equipment, training for new equipment, research and development costs associated with design and construction of toys for autistic, developmentally and behavioral health challenged adults and children, research and development of new sound therapies for autistic, developmentally and/or behavioral health challenged adults and children.
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Business Plan
Increased marketing development, research and development of specific business model plans, introducing toy template to nursing and group homes, advertising through social media, advertising and direct sales to healthcare organizations, home health care supply business, clinics, hospitals, pharmacies, group homes, nursing home, through healthcare provider colleagues and fellow healthcare workers, Attendance at health fairs/expos, community fairs/expos There is a great need and large untapped market for tactile suppression toys and articles/objects that bring calm and relaxation to specific groups of developmentally, behaviorally and emotionally challenged adults and children.
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Self Identified Competition
Silkies.com Taggies.com These objects/toys are designed specifically for adults and children that have developmental challenges and are safer and more specific lally designed and produced with the client/patient in mind.
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