In light of the new decade, I decided to look into some creative innovations to improve seniors’ well-being that we have seen in the previous decade.
Liftware: 2012 Liftware specializes in spoons and forks that are designed to help people with hand tremors or limited mobility, like with Parkinson’s disease. Sensors in the utensils work actively to counteract tremors. The type of utensils for limited mobility has a flexible handle and always keeps the utensil level. By being able to feed themselves, seniors and others retain dignity, confidence, and independence. Reminder Rosie: 2014 Reminder Rosie is a talking clock that reminds seniors of tasks, like taking medicine or going to meals. It can also simply give a caring message from a loved one. What makes this reminder system special is that the reminders are spoken in the senior’s loved ones voices, which improves compliance with the task. Embodied Labs: 2016 Embodied Labs uses VR to simulate situations and problems that caregivers and seniors may face. It can help the caregiver gain perspective on a certain disease or impairment and improve communication with the patient. Rendever: 2016 Rendever also uses VR, but this time, for seniors. Seniors can experience a variety of different simulations, including customizable memory lanes, interactive games, and immersive videos of swimming with dolphins, riding in a hot air balloon, and more! They can also participate in group experiences, fostering a sense of connection and friendship in their community. Ageless Innovations: 2018 Ageless Innovations focuses on the power of play to help seniors avoid loneliness and isolation. The toy cats and dogs built-in sensors that respond to touch, realistic fur, and responsive sounds (purring and barking). Basically, the robotic pets act like live pets, just without the mess of having to clean up after them or take them to the vet! It’s crazy to think back on how much technological progress the world has made. Even some of the inventions we have today seem like they’re straight out of a sci-fi movie. It’s even harder to imagine what is in store for the future… but I can’t wait to find out
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