They might not be the cuddliest creatures, but robotic pets may be one answer to the loneliness epidemic in older adults. Companion robotic pets reduced depression, anxiety, and loneliness in ...

Research suggests animatronic pets can ease agitation in people with dementia and comfort those who are cognitively normal but lonely.

Studies reveal that robotic pets can reduce agitation, enhance mood, and stimulate social interaction, particularly among older adults with dementia. (CREDIT: Tombot)© The Brighter Side of News ...

The New York State Office For Aging announced this month it will distribute 4,725 additional robotic pets among seniors in ongoing efforts to combat loneliness.

Seniors snuggle with robotic pets to beat loneliness Video from the New York State Office for the Aging shows older adults' reactions to getting a new pet -- one they don't have to feed or walk.

BLOOM (TAMPA) – In a world where human connection can sometimes feel just out of reach—especially for older adults facing dementia, loneliness, or depression—a new kind of companion is offeri… ...

For a dementia patient, holding a robotic dog or cat can provide soothing moments as loss of memory and other mental faculties interferes with daily life.

At the dawn of the pandemic, Florida employed an unlikely tool to help isolated older adults fight loneliness and memory loss: robot pets.

The researchers also emphasized that not all seniors interact with the simulated pets and cautioned that "some older adults, families and nursing staff might actively dislike them." Other companies in ...

Residents at the Rhode Island Veterans Home were recently given the gift of dogs and cats-- robotic ones.

Tombot, an innovative leader in robotic animal companions and digital health solutions, will reveal the next generation of lifelike robotic pets at CES 2025 in Las Vegas.