Viva Vita, a Virginia-based startup dedicated to enhancing the mental wellness and quality of life for older adults, has been awarded a significant grant from the Commonwealth Commercialization Fund (CCF). The grant, totaling $75,000, will enable Viva Vita to further develop its innovative virtual reality (VR) platform and expand its reach to benefit thousands of seniors across the nation. This accomplishment reflects Viva Vita's commitment to utilizing cutting-edge technology to address the unique needs of aging populations.
Headquartered in Manassas, Virginia, Viva Vita is revolutionizing senior care through its immersive VR platform. The company's mission is to empower older adults by opening up new worlds of possibility and providing crucial accessibility features. With its first-generation VR Kit, Viva Vita has already improved the lives of over 10,000 seniors nationwide. Now, with the CCF grant, the company will embark on the development of its second-generation VR Kit, aiming to reach an even larger audience and enhance the online capabilities that are increasingly essential in today's interconnected world.
Carleigh Berryman, CEO and Co-founder of Viva Vita, expressed her excitement about receiving the CCF grant, emphasizing the team's unwavering dedication to improving the well-being of older adults globally. The grant not only provides financial support but also serves as validation of Viva Vita's innovative approach to senior care. With this funding, the company can accelerate its growth trajectory, expand its operations, and continue pursuing its mission of enhancing mental wellness and quality of life for older adults.
Viva Vita's receipt of the CCF grant represents a major milestone for the company and a significant step towards realizing its vision of improving the lives of older adults. By harnessing the power of virtual reality, Viva Vita is addressing the mental wellness and quality of life challenges faced by seniors across the nation. With the support of the grant, the company can advance the development of its second-generation VR Kit, bringing accessible and transformative experiences to an even broader audience.
"There’s one resident, who I have to pull into all activities...As soon as she put it on, she was in awe of all the countries she saw. She was smiling! I’ve never seen her smile before!"
Leah
Life Enrichment Director | Birmingham Green Senior Living
Carleigh Berryman (CEO + Co-Founder)
Carleigh Berryman is the Founder and CEO of Viva Vita, a technology startup that brings virtual reality solutions to older adults for a better quality of life. She is an accomplished entrepreneur, speaker, business strategist, and author. Carleigh was named in the 2020 DC Inno 25 Under 25 and Viva Vita has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Today Show.