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Irish Researchers Reveal “Stevie II” Robot to Combat Loneliness in the Elderly
Stevie II is an upgraded version of its predecessor
A team of researchers from Trinity College, Dublin, revealed a new version of their “Stevie” robot last month. Its main function is to interact with seniors and to provide a level of support for those living in both care homes … Continue reading
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Tagged Aging, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Ireland, Loneliness in the elderly, Robot, Something special, Technology
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Confronting Loneliness in the Elderly
Research shows that social isolation is damaging to our health
As the world’s population ages, the number of elderly Americans who live alone has increased every year. Today, about one in three of the 46 million seniors who live in the community lives alone. That number increases to one in … Continue reading
