Brain & Body Wellness for Every Age, Every Ability
Multimodal Brain-Body, Engagement Program
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MELISSA RENNER
Founder, MPH, CDP
Founder of Cognova, grown from a single community to 100+ healthcare and senior living organizations, with national expansion underway. Creator of the proprietary programs SEATED RHYTHM™ and TAP TIME™, integrating rhythm, movement, and evidence-informed brain–body engagement to support cognitive and physical wellness. Patent holder for adaptive Tap Shoe Covers and Hand Tap Covers designed to advance accessibility and participation in movement-based wellness.
Why Choose Us?
Proprietary Programs
Featured in The American Academy of Neurology’s Brain & Life magazine, these inclusive programs are designed to benefit cognitive, physical, emotional, and the social health of participants
Customizable
On-site and off-site options. Ability to tailor to all levels of care, populations, and impairments
Compliments PT
Group therapy sessions at no cost to PT or staffing
Compassionate Care
Our team consists of licensed and experienced professionals.
In Summary
Life-changing services and tools as a way to age better, feel better, and live better
Communities Who Benefit
Private residences
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Rehabilitation Centers
Hospitals
Adult Day Care
Wellness Centers
Seniors Centers
Retirement Communities
CCRCs
Special population centers
Populations Who Benefit
Seniors & caregivers
Those living with:
Alzheimer's Disease
Different types of dementias
Neurological conditions
Neurodegenerative diseases
Parkinson’s Disease
Developmental disabilities
Visual impairments
Traumatic brain injuries
Limited mobility
Those who are chair-bound
Cognova Programs
An Investment in Your Building, Your Census & Your Bottom Line
■ Not Just an Activity
While it feels like an “activity,” Cognova programs are much more. It is a:
Health & Wellness Initiative that keeps residents healthy and aging in place. Marketing Tool that differentiates your community. Census Retention Strategy that protects your income stream.
• A unique, visible feature during tours: families see health in action. • Adds innovation to website, brochures, and social media. • Demonstrates that your community invests in resident brain and body health.
3. Health & Wellness Impact
• Promotes neurogenesis, neuroplasticity & fall prevention. • Builds resilience, social connection, and emotional well-being. • Generates positive resident and family feedback that boosts referrals
Your Success Is Our Story
SEATED RHYTHM™ & TAP TIME™
“This has been my happiest day in 2020. To see my 100 year old father tap dancing has been my happiest day that I've had this year. I FaceTimed my brother in Boston during the (seated tap) class so that he could watch, and it brought tears to his eyes, and he began to cry. This is so wonderful." -Pat Smith, Caretaker
"These programs are getting some of our lower functioning residents to be engaged, active and participate like I haven't seen them respond to any other program!” -Sheryl Winsor, Activities Director, Skilled Nursing & Memory Care
“I think the class is wonderful. It gets seniors to attend who do not normally enjoy exercise class. The music is fun and with the dance moves you do not realize you are exercising. And it's Fun!“ -Shannon Booth, Activities Director, Assisted, Skilled Nursing & Memory Care
“Melissa (Renner)'s class brings out the best in the residents. They're clapping and tapping, they're stretching their ankles and feet, which means when they get up, they'll be steadier on their feet.” -Holly Soresso, Director of Community Development, Assisted Living & Memory Care
"I think the teacher is wonderful!! And the residents seem to really enjoy it too. One of our physical therapists also happened to walk by, and she couldn’t get enough of it. She said she hasn’t ever seen a class that has been able to engage the residents like that." -Ellen Rasmussen, Life Enrichment Director, Independent, Assisted, & Memory Care
