Robots & Seniors: the right match?

The aging population... A theme that has resonated for years, but has never been so central. Yes, our population is aging, and it's having an impact on society as a whole, prompting us to adapt, and to move the Silver Economy market towards new innovations... like so much promise for the future.

Robots are one of them!

Wall-E, R2-D2, Ex Machina... Robots arouse our fascination and curiosity, for their potential and their impact on the future of mankind. Today, the line between fiction and reality is thin, with solutions such as Pepper, NAO or Cosmo, domestic companions, making their way into the homes of our senior citizens, sharing their daily lives.

But then, are robots made to get along with senior citizens?

Their benefits are numerous: autonomous, versatile and capable of performing all kinds of tasks, they simplify the daily lives of the elderly. Opening doors, picking up objects, climbing stairs, managing medication, detecting falls, and transmitting vital information to caregivers... they are becoming real life assistants, opening the doors to a future where repetitive and tedious tasks are delegated, whether in institutions or at home.

However, these robots, however powerful they may be, have their limits and must be used as a complement to human interaction.

Excessive use of robots in the care of the elderly can paradoxically lead to a reduction in human contact and social interaction, which can adversely affect the emotional and mental well-being of senior citizens.

The challenge is to find the right balance between technology and humanity. Robots can be invaluable allies, but the magic of the human soul remains essential and fundamental to the lives of our seniors. It is in human interaction, charged with empathy, compassion and warmth, that the true source of comfort and fulfillment for our seniors lies.