AI and Robotics in Elderly Personal Assistance

Abstract

The percentage of adults older than 65 years is increasing faster than that of people under that age. Accordingly, the percentage of individuals 65 years of age or older worldwide is anticipated to increase from 10% in 2024 to 16% in 2050. The requirement to provide care for older people has driven research into several approaches to managing senior care. Seniors can benefit much from technology, including improved safety and security, communication, and access to healthcare services, but it can also be complicated and confusing. Seniors who feel lonely and unable to use technology effectively may experience social isolation, a decline in their level of independence, and a reduced standard of living. One way to address this issue is personalization, which adapts technology to each person's unique requirements and preferences. Seniors can utilize and access digital tools and services more simply when customized, increasing their independence and social participation. Voice recognition, streamlined user interfaces, and tailored content recommendations are just a few examples of how personalization can be implemented. Artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics are two examples of non-pharmacological therapies that use technology to extend independence and postpone an older person's acceptance to an assisted living facility. The several kinds of robotic systems that are currently accessible to provide care for older people will be discussed in our study. Much research has explored the emotional and mental services that robots can offer senior citizens, like news, music, daily discussion, or health information. It is still necessary to address the ethical concerns associated with utilizing sensors to track the daily movements or medicine consumption of vulnerable older persons and older adults with mild cognitive impairments. The ethical issues, difficulties, and potential applications of robotics and AI in elder care are also addressed in this article. Further, the kinds of robots deployed and their applications for caring older people are discussed.

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