Chronically Simple 3.11.5

The healthcare application offers significant improvements in the way patients and caregivers manage medical records and daily responsibilities. Users initiate their experience by entering their existing healthcare data into the application, transforming it into an immediate partner throughout their healthcare journey.

The app facilitates real-time sharing of important details with the entire patient care team, providing reassurance even when physically distant.

Users can arrive at specialist appointments fully prepared, equipped with comprehensive medical information at their fingertips.

Designed with user-friendliness in mind, the application was developed by patients and caregivers to ensure ease of use.

Security remains a top priority, allowing users peace of mind as all medical information is securely stored.

Centralizing all healthcare details in one location simplifies management; users can view their daily agenda at a glance, reducing the risk of missing important tasks and enabling easy access to historical medical records and information to share with new specialists. The application eliminates the need for cumbersome binders, as Chronically Simple effectively tracks all necessary data related to living with a chronic illness.

This user-driven solution is specifically crafted by and for patients and caregivers, exemplifying the needs of its target audience.

Chronically Simple operates on a subscription model with optional monthly and annual auto-renewing subscriptions, granting users access to premium features. Charges are applied to the iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase, and users can manage their subscriptions and disable auto-renewal via Account Settings post-purchase. Premium features include monthly expense tracking, expanded symptom tracking capabilities, and integration with the Apple Health app for comprehensive health data management. Insights into health trends can be gained by viewing Health app data alongside tracked symptom entries.

The founder, Kristy Dickinson, experienced a life-altering shift when diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome at 37. In response to her challenges in managing her healthcare, she created Chronically Simple to serve as a vital resource for herself and others navigating similar journeys.

Brenda Agnew’s journey reflects the experiences of many caregivers; after her son Maclain was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and profound hearing loss, she relied on seven binders for organization. With Chronically Simple, she now manages Maclain’s healthcare seamlessly, eliminating the need for physical binders while efficiently tracking physiotherapy appointments and prescription refills.

The application also supports advocates like Julian, whose mother's cancer diagnosis prompted him to seek an efficient way to oversee her care from distances as far as Nova Scotia. Chronically Simple enables such oversight in a convenient and timely manner.

By consolidating essential information and daily tasks within a single platform, Chronically Simple alleviates some of the stress associated with managing chronic illnesses. Its accessibility ensures that updates can be made from anywhere, contributing to a more organized approach to health management.

• Engagement opportunities on Facebook and Instagram invite users to participate in discussions addressing the needs of over 3 million Canadians living with chronic illnesses.