Jan 19 2025 41 mins
In this episode of the All Kids Can Podcast, Kristy Haworth sits down with Lisa Kelly, co-founder of Nelli, a groundbreaking smart home hub designed to transform family routines. Created to help families, especially those with neurodivergent children, Nelli integrates behavioural science and technology to foster independence, reduce chaos, and strengthen family relationships. Kristy and Lisa delve into the journey behind Nelli’s creation, its impact on families, and the exciting features it offers to promote smoother mornings and calmer evenings.
Key Discussion Points:
- The Inspiration Behind Nelli:
Lisa shares how her partner Lee’s idea of gamifying household tasks evolved into a comprehensive smart hub for families. - Features of Nelli:
A look at Nelli’s customisable profiles, reward systems, visual schedules, and task reminders that support children in building independence and executive functioning skills. - Neurodivergent-Friendly Design:
How Nelli caters to children with ADHD and autism by focusing on visual schedules and step-by-step task prompts. - Reducing Parental Stress:
Lisa explains how Nelli shifts the authority from parents to the device, creating a collaborative and less stressful environment for families. - Behavioural Science at Work:
The role of positive reinforcement and habit formation in Nelli’s design. - NDIS Accessibility:
Updates on Nelli’s application for NDIS approval and its affordability for families.
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Resources Mentioned:
- Visit Nelli’s Website for product details, FAQs, and an explainer video.
- www.nelli.com.au
- Follow Nelli on Instagram and Facebook: @NelliAustralia.
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