Adoption Trends:

• Improving Quality of Life for Older Adults Through Connected Technologies: A Case Study of GrandPad

• Technology to support aging in place: key messages for policymakers and funders (2023): This study analyzes factors influencing technology adoption by older adults, highlighting the roles of usability, affordability, and social support (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10699325/).

• Older Adults' Perspectives of Smart Technologies to Support Aging at Home (2023): This study examines the perceptions of older adults towards smart home technologies, identifying both potential benefits and concerns related to privacy, cost, and usability (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9266000/).

• Long-Term Adoption or Abandonment of Smart Technology in the Chinese Elderly Home Care Environment (2023): This research explores the long-term use of smart technologies by older adults in China, emphasizing the importance of user experience and perceived value for sustained adoption (URL TBD)).

AI-powered Companions and Assistants:

• Grandie by GrandPad: [[[invalid URL removed]]([invalid URL removed])]

  • Research: Improving Quality of Life for Older Adults Through Connected Technologies: A Case Study of GrandPad(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7846259/)

• ElliQ by Intuition Robotics: [https://www.intuitionrobotics.com/]

  • Research: The Social Companion Robot ElliQ: Design, Development, and Preliminary Evaluation ([[invalid URL removed]]([invalid URL removed]))

  • AI-powered companions and robots: Studies on Grandie by GrandPad and ElliQ by Intuition Robotics suggest promising results in improving social interaction,reducing loneliness, and supporting emotional well-being for older adults

AI for Health Monitoring and Safety:

• AI-based medication management systems: AI-powered medication management systems: a scoping review(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9921535/)

• AI-based medication management: Studies demonstrate the effectiveness of AI systems in improving medication adherence and reducing errors for older adults

• Fall prediction with AI and wearables: Research shows potential for AI-powered systems using wearable sensors to predict falls with high accuracy, enabling preventive measures

AI for Assistive Technologies:

• Smart homes with AI-powered features: A Survey of AI-Powered Smart Home Technologies for Assisted Living ([[invalid URL removed]]([invalid URL removed]))

• AI-powered prosthetics and exoskeletons: Recent Developments in AI-Powered Prosthetic and Exoskeleton Technologies for Gait Assist ([[invalid URL removed]]([invalid URL removed]))

Virtual Reality:

• Virtual reality and well-being in older adults: Results from a pilot implementation of virtual reality in long-term care

• Using Immersive Virtual Reality to Enhance Social Interaction Among Older Adults: A Cross-Site Investigation" (2023): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10198775/]

  • Investigates the use of VR for promoting social interaction in older adults, finding increased engagement, sense of presence, and potential for combatting social isolation.

• "Virtual Reality and Well-being in Older Adults: Results from a Pilot Implementation of Virtual Reality in Long-Term Care" (2022): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8832624/]

  • Analyzes the impact of VR on emotional and psychological well-being in older adults in long-term care settings, indicating positive effects on mood, relaxation, and cognitive stimulation.

• "Facilitators and Barriers to Using Virtual Reality and its Impact on Social Engagement in Aged Care Settings: A Scoping Review" (2022): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10068985/]

  • Offers a comprehensive overview of VR use in aged care settings, highlighting its potential for social engagement, cognitive stimulation, and reducing loneliness. However, it also mentions technical challenges and user acceptance barriers.

Augmented Reality (AR):

• "Lessons Learned from Older Adults Fusing of an Augmented Reality, Assisted Living and Social Interaction Platform" (2023): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10163853/]

  • Evaluates the integration of AR with assisted living systems, focusing on functionalities like medication reminders, navigation assistance, and communication tools. The study reports positive feedback on ease of use, perceived helpfulness, and potential for promoting independence.

• "Virtual and augmented reality applications to improve older adults' quality of life: A systematic mapping review and future directions" (2021): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9629585/]

  • Provides a broader review of both VR and AR applications for older adults, highlighting their potential benefits in various domains like cognitive function, physical activity, mental well-being, and social interaction.

• "Acceptance of Augmented Reality Applications for Supporting Daily Activities in Older Adults: A Systematic Review" (2022): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9558765/]

  • Focuses on AR applications for daily activities like medication management, communication, and reminders. The review indicates high user acceptance for user-friendly and customized AR applications that address specific needs.

Ethical Considerations and User Experiences:

• Addressing ageism and biases in AI: Ageism and bias in artificial intelligence(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9105827/)

• Improving user interfaces and interaction for seniors: Designing Senior-Friendly Interfaces for Emerging Technologies: A Systematic Review(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9205428/)

Additional Resources:

• Aging and Health Technology Watch: https://www.ageinplacetech.com/

• AARP Technology Resources: https://www.aarp.org/home-family/personal-technology/

• National Institute on Aging: https://www.nia.nih.gov/