Groundbreaking, Proprietary
Mental Wellness Immersion Experiences
to Address Trauma, Burnout and PTSD
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Uniquely Curated Sessions To Activate Positive Brain Activity in 5-Minutes.
Physician created.
Groundbreaking, Proprietary
Mental Wellness
Immersion Experiences
to Address Trauma, Burnout and PTSD
c
Uniquely Curated Sessions To Activate Positive Brain Activity in Only 5-Minutes.
Physician created.
The Problem:
Kids' declining mental health is the 'Crisis of Our Time.'
- Dr. Vivek Murthy, US Surgeon General
(April 2023)
Transformative
Mental Wellness Initiative
Innovated for Schools (Students + Teachers)
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5-MINUTE SESSIONS
Laughter-Induced Stress Relief
Brain Training Practices
Multisensory Stimulation
Emotional Identification
Self-Modulation
Techniques
Physician created.
GIGGL.™ MENTAL WELLNESS INITIATIVE PILOT
Each GIGGL.™ Session stimulates different areas of the brain, addressing a dysregulated nervous system through targeted brain activity, using a unique combination of laughter-induced stress relief, multisensory stimulation, brain-training techniques, breath work practices, and social emotional learning with a foundation of expansive research.
Our process is trauma-informed, simple, delivered in 5-minute immersive experiences, affordable, and only requires passive viewing and/or listening to experience its benefits. No training or preparation is required.
GIGGL.™ redefines the conventional school curriculum by introducing a groundbreaking methodology that seamlessly integrates mental wellness into the daily school routine, strategically optimizing its advantages for both educators and students.
GIGGL.™ Pilot Location: Caseville Public School
Address: 6609 Vine Street
Caseville, Michigan 48723
Pilot Duration: May 4 - June 4, 2023
Participant Number: 260
Grades Supported: Pre-K – 12th
Accessories: Award-winning earbuds, specifically designed for children, were provided for all participants
Staff Supported: Administrators, School Nurse, Teachers, Paraprofessionals, and Administrative Staff
Schedule: First 5 minutes of class at 8 AM (AM Session) and before school dismissal at 2:30 PM (PM Session); 5 days-a-week; seamlessly integrated into the school curriculum for both students and teachers
Contracted Days of Pilot: 30 (Included: School Assembly Presentations, Teacher Presentation, School Board Meeting Presentation, Room Set-Up, GIGGL.™ Sessions, Onsite Support, Remote Support, and Incentive Delivery)
Number of In-School Days of Viewing GIGGL.™ Sessions: 19 (Fewer Sessions Due to Memorial Day, Scheduled Half Days, and School Events)
Onsite Support: 30 Days During School Hours
Remote Support: 30 Days, 24/7
*In partnership with LIFE RAFT, Julie Bartholomew, MD, Founder & CEO; SCHEURER HEALTH, Ross Ramsey, MD, CEO; Cristina Klaiber, RN, Scheurer Wellness Clinic School Nurse; and the dedicated individuals at CASEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOL (CPS) - Principal Kevin Parker, Superintendent Ken Ewald, the resilient teachers and students
Significant Decrease In School Clinic Visits (From 654 to 409). According to Cristina Klaiber, RN, Scheurer Wellness Clinic School Nurse, there was a significant decrease in clinic visits from May 4 to June 4, 2022, with a total of 654 visits, compared to May 4 to June 4, 2023, where the number reduced to 409. This represents a remarkable 46% decline, indicating the positive impact on the health and wellness of our students.
Significant Reduction In Behavioral Offenses Per Day For Both Grades 6-12 (42.7%) & Grades K-5 (27.5%). Data provided by Joe Pratt, LMSW SSW, School Social Worker from the Huron Intermediate School District, revealed a significant reduction in behavioral offenses per day for both grades 6-12 (42.7%) and grades K-5 (27.5%) from April 2023 to May 2023.
During the second week of the pilot, the GIGGL.™ Emoticon (SEL) Survey conveyed a sense of "worry" amongst 20% of student participants. Once addressed from this feedback, there was a 12% increase in "relief" a few days later. Collection of data was anonymous and participants were identified by grade and occupation only.
Note: Improvements were achieved without any other changes except for the introduction of the GIGGL.™ AM & PM Sessions.
"Having closely observed the transformative impact of the GIGGL.™ program on students and teachers at Caseville Public School, I am confident in its ability to bring immense value to not only communities lacking adequate resources, but all communities. The program's science-backed approach has proven to be highly effective in addressing the mental health needs of individuals within our own community in a concise 30 days.
The GIGGL.™ mental health platform presents an invaluable opportunity to bridge the gap in behavioral health support. I firmly believe that GIGGL.™ provides a simple yet powerful tool that can create a new culture of wellness within our school community that will transform the educational system."
"Based on the overwhelmingly positive feedback and the remarkable impact witnessed among students and teachers, I wholeheartedly recommend the GIGGL.™ program. Its ability to support mental well-being, provide solace during challenging times, and create a positive learning environment is unprecedented. The program has not only addressed individual needs but has also fostered a sense of unity and support within our educational community.
I believe that the GIGGL.™ program has the potential to positively impact education on a larger scale. Its benefits extend beyond the classroom, influencing the overall well-being of students and teachers alike. By promoting relaxation, stress relief, and a positive mindset, GIGGL.™ contributes to a conducive learning environment where students can thrive academically and emotionally."
"There were less absences, especially from the 'chronic not-showing-up kids.' And, there was more focus in class. They (my students) were actually doing their work. The kids were studying, they weren't arguing. It was really cool."
JASON ISKOW, TEACHER
Ninth - Twelfth Grade
Physics & Spanish
Caseville Public School
Caseville, MI
The Problem:
Pandemic pushes U.S. doctor burnout to an all-time high of 63%, according to a recent study published by the Mayo Clinic Proceeding.
Seventy-five percentage of 2500 nurses surveyed reported experiencing burnout since the pandemic began, and 50% experienced feelings of trauma, extreme stress, or PTSD, according to another recent study.
Transformative Mental Wellness Platform
Curated for DOCTORS, NURSES & STAFF
5-MINUTE SESSIONS
Laughter-Induced Stress Relief
Brain Training Practices
Multi-sensory Stimulation
Emotional Identification
Self-Modulation
Techniques
Physician created.
SUMMER 2024
Transformative
Mental Wellness Platform
Curated for DOCTORS, NURSES, & STAFF
5-MINUTE SESSIONS
Laughter-Induced Stress Relief
Brain Training Practices
Multi-sensory Stimulation
Emotional Identification
Self-Modulation
Techniques
Physician created.
WINTER 2024
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DISCLAIMER: The GIGGL.™ platform, created by Life Raft, is designed to support students and teachers in relaxation practices only. Life Raft is not making any claims, providing any medical advice or suggesting that the GIGGL.™ methods are a replacement for therapeutic assistance.
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