Loop Product Design

Parent Care

Project Title

Parent care

Project Description

a 0 to 1 geriatric healthcare product initiative tailored for the elderly, aimed at improving their health and reducing caregiver stress

Process Followed

Phase 1 : Secondary Research

Research Papers on Preventive Healthcare Programs

Went through 90+ research papers to understand the scope, health impact, and cost-effectiveness of various preventive programs across the world.

Loop’s internal data

Went through 90+ research papers to understand the scope, health impact, and cost-effectiveness of various preventive programs across the world.

Phase 2 : Primary Research

Interviewed caregivers (children) to grasp the key healthcare challenges concerning their parents and subsequently synthesized the gathered insights.

Step 1 : Conducting
interviews

Step 2 :  Categorizing identified problems and creating affinity maps using Dovetail.

Step 3: Research outcome - identifying medical
and peripheral needs

Phase 3 : Co - Creation Study

Conducted a study to figure out the shape of solution and identify features that work well for users. We achieved this by testing concepts through interviews using rapid prototyping.

Challenge Overcome : Since the end product combined both services and digital product design, it was challenging to gather real insights. We solved this by using multimedia and personalization to make the experience as real as possible.

Video to explain the service journey (lab test and doctor consult)

Personalized prototype of application

Synthesis through Solution Matrix

To streamline data synthesis, we created the Solution Matrix tool, enhancing the efficiency of note-taking and synthesis.

As a result, we identified which features stood out and which had low responses. We gained more detailed and nuanced understanding of the specific features being examined.

Phase 4 :  Pilot Design

In order to test this product across 10 users, we created an MVP design for the product.

Step 1: Created MVP journey for all stakeholders involved

Challenge Overcome : Aligning diverse stakeholders and convincing them to achieve a mutually beneficial solution which is minimal effort and maximum impact for all posed a challenge. To facilitate this, I crafted journey maps for each stakeholder to improve coordination.

Step 2 : Created User Flows

User facing app flow (used by the caregiver - child)

Backend platform flow (used by loop frontstage employees)

Step 3 : Developed the MVP solution for testing. It had three sides to it -

MVP App to be used by the caregiver (the child)

Whatsapp chats between the parent and the dedicated medical advisor

Backend application for the medical advisors to upload information and keep track of user’s data

Phase 5 :  Testing + Feedback

Internally tested the MVP product with 10 users and established a feedback loop to gather insights. Achieved an overall 90 NPS rating.

Phase 6 :  Final Design Solution

Overview: Parent Care is a continuous care solution for seniors, aiming to improve their health and ease caregivers' stress.

Please note : This overview provides a glimpse into the product, which entails a complex journey design. For a more in-depth understanding of the intricacies and features, please reach out to me.

It combines services and digital experiences through four components:

  1. Caregiver Health Tracking App
  2. Dedicated Medical Advisor Support
  3. Backend App for Health Updates
  4. High-Tech Visual Reports for Doctors

1. Caregiver Health Tracking App (Key Screens) : An easy-to-use app for caregivers (children) to monitor and track the health of their elderly parents.

Report Repository

Personalized Treatment Plan (Medicine, Diet & Exercise)

Lab Test Result Summaries

Timeline view of upcoming appointments, adherence performance etc.

Live tracking of phlebotomist during at home lab tests

Weekly reports on parent's adherence to treatment plan (updated by the dedicated medical - mentioned in feature 2)

2. Dedicated Medical Advisor Support : A personal medical advisor helps with task reminders, ensures your parents follow through, manages appointments, and provides assistance in emergencies

Personal medical advisor communicating with parent on Whatsapp

Reflection of completion of task on the caretaker’s app. (Completed tasks are updated by medical advisor on backend, which reflect on the app)

3. Backend App : A robust backend app for medical advisors to effortlessly update health information , ensuring real-time access to relevant data reflected on the caregiver app

Treatment Plan Task Completion Updates

Weekly Summaries and Advice Updates

4. High-Tech Visual Reports for Doctors : Innovative visual reports for doctors to use during consultations, enhancing diagnostics and communication.

Visual Lab Test Result Summary

Treatment Plan Suggested by Doctor

Parent Care provides a simple yet effective solution, integrating technology and personalized support to meet the diverse needs of caregivers and prioritize the health of seniors.

Please note : This overview provides a glimpse into the product, which entails a complex journey design. For a more in-depth understanding of the intricacies and features, please reach out to me.

Phase 7 :  Acquisition and Marketing Strategy

Step 1 : Conducted a Buying Journey Research

Conducted interviews with individuals who purchased similar products as ours to gain insights into their buying journey.

Challenge Overcome : Navigating the complexities of marketing a subscription-based high-priced product presented challenges. However, we overcame this hurdle through conducting a buying journey research

Step 2 : Creating marketing collaterals

Challenge Overcome : Given the constraints of limited resources in this 0 to 1 project, I adopted various roles. I served as a developer (for website creation), marketer, researcher, analyst, and designer to ensure swift project execution.

Parent Care Website (1)

Parent Care Website (2)

Brochure + Video