Robotics in Elderly Care in Japan

The government is encouraging the use of robots to care for senior citizens in institutional and home settings as part of a pilot project to enhance elderly care in Japan.

Elderly Bodily Assistance Robot (E-BAR)

MIT engineers have developed E-BAR, a robotic handlebar system to support seniors and prevent falls in their homes. The technology aims to provide seamless, continuous support to empower seniors to live safely and confidently in their own homes.

Use of Robotics and Technology in Elderly Care

An 83-year-old woman at a nursing home in Tokyo uses a device to help her walk, showcasing the use of robotics and technology in elderly care. The facility trials new tech to benefit patients and staff, but experts caution that while technology can assist, it is not a magic solution to filling workforce vacancies in the care sector.

Innovations in Robotics and Technology for Elderly Care

An 83-year-old woman with dementia at a nursing home in Tokyo is using an exoskeleton device to improve her mobility. The facility is known for embracing robotics and technology for elderly care. While the technology shows promise, it is not a complete solution to the workforce shortages in the care sector.