Supply of Moxi robots within healthcare to grow following $25M boost
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 26, 2023
Developers of a healthcare robot, Moxi, plan to expand their reach thanks to $25 million in new funding.
Robots could be good investment to mitigate loneliness among residents
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Apr 14, 2023
Robots might be one answer for mitigating loneliness among older adults, suggest the results of a recent survey.
Braille bot reads at superspeeds, could fast-track other assistive devices for seniors
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 31, 2024
A newly-developed robot sensor can read braille at twice the speed of human readers, over 300 words per minute, researchers say.
Third time’s the charmer: ElliQ improves robot’s banter with senior living residents, developers...
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 10, 2024
The newly released third iteration of ElliQ is a lighter, smaller design that is easier for seniors to handle, the developers said.
Upcoming ‘stroke boot camp’ will evaluate new smartphone app for rehab
By
Aaron Dorman
Mar 04, 2024
A new smartphone app for stroke rehabilitation will be evaluated during an upcoming “stroke boot camp” at Chapman University.
‘Exceeding expectations’: Robot ElliQ speaks for lonely seniors
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 02, 2023
Ninety-five percent of the seniors users of a certain tabletop robot said that it made them feel less lonely.
More caregiver perspective is needed on use of robots in LTC, researchers state
By
Aaron Dorman
Nov 07, 2023
Researchers are calling for a new study to evaluate existing literature and see how caregivers feel about robots in senior care.
New humanoid robot literally takes a weight off LTC caregiver burden
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 17, 2023
One hundred models of a new robot that can lift its own weight, more than 110 pounds, will be produced by the end of the year.
Robots that roam could help seniors improve their own mobility habits, new research indicates
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 01, 2023
A new study indicates that robots could help seniors develop better healthy aging habits by walking and generally moving more.
Robot companions rolling out in New York, targeting older adult well-being
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 27, 2022
A tabletop robot designed specifically for older adults is making its way into the homes of 800 New York residents, including those who live in senior living communities.