A Socially Assistive Robot for Meal-Time Cognitive Interventions

McColl, Derek; Chan, Jeanie; Nejat, Goldie

doi:10.1115/1.4026737

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“…Recent projects have coupled social presence robots with remote monitoring using sensors and videoconferencing (via tablets) to deliver “virtual visits” [73]. Other robotics-based applications that have been explored for persons with dementia include supporting food preparation [25], eating [74] and participation in recreational activities [75] in care homes.…”

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Technology and Dementia: The Future is Now

Astell

Bouranis

Hoey

et al. 2019

Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord

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Background: Technology has multiple potential applications to dementia from diagnosis and assessment to care delivery and supporting ageing in place. Objectives: To summarise key areas of technology development in dementia and identify future directions and implications. Method: Members of the US Alzheimer’s Association Technology Professional Interest Area involved in delivering the annual pre-conference summarised existing knowledge on current and future technology developments in dementia. Results: The main domains of technology development are as follows: (i) diagnosis, assessment and monitoring, (ii) maintenance of functioning, (iii) leisure and activity, (iv) caregiving and management. Conclusions: The pace of technology development requires urgent policy, funding and practice change, away from a narrow medical approach, to a holistic model that facilitates future risk reduction and prevention strategies, enables earlier detection and supports implementation at scale for a meaningful and fulfilling life with dementia.

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confidence: 99%

Technology and Dementia: The Future is Now

Astell

Bouranis

Hoey

et al. 2019

Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord

147

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“…Robots have also been developed to support the caregivers [ 46 , 52 ]. Social robots can remotely monitor the activities of PLWD using several sensor types and provide prompts through video conferencing [ 60 , 61 , 64 ]. These robots can support PLWD in daily activities such as food preparation, eating etc., along with providing opportunities for recreational activities and informal caregiving [ 42 , 59 , 65 , 67 ].…”

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State-of-the-Art Sensors for Remote Care of People with Dementia during a Pandemic: A Systematic Review

Behera

Condell

Dora

et al. 2021

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In the last decade, there has been a significant increase in the number of people diagnosed with dementia. With diminishing public health and social care resources, there is substantial need for assistive technology-based devices that support independent living. However, existing devices may not fully meet these needs due to fears and uncertainties about their use, educational support, and finances. Further challenges have been created by COVID-19 and the need for improved safety and security. We have performed a systematic review by exploring several databases describing assistive technologies for dementia and identifying relevant publications for this review. We found there is significant need for appropriate user testing of such devices and have highlighted certifying bodies for this purpose. Given the safety measures imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, this review identifies the benefits and challenges of existing assistive technologies for people living with dementia and their caregivers. It also provides suggestions for future research in these areas.

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