Social RoboticsNew York State to give ElliQ companion robots to more than 800 older adults
The state ageing office partnered with Intuition Robotics to tackle social isolation at home.
The New York State Office for the Aging announced it would deliver ElliQ to more than 800 older adults, working with local offices to identify those who would benefit most. The device offers daily check-ins, wellness and exercise support, connection with family and medication reminders, and can start conversations itself. The programme formed part of 2.9 million dollars in the state budget for initiatives against isolation, which also included animatronic pets. It was the first state government partnership for Intuition Robotics and a landmark for publicly funded companion robots.
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