How Artificial Intelligence Is Making Senior Care More Human

When it comes to skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) in particular and long-term care in general, a human-centered and empathetic approach is not only necessary, it's obligatory. Putting the needs, constraints, and perspectives of patients first enhances the level of care we're able to provide. Perhaps ironically, it is the integration and adaptation of artificial intelligence (AI) that has demonstrated the biggest potential in improving empathy and compassion in the industry. It may be counterintuitive, but we're already seeing a major difference. From Hasbro's AI cat, which is used to remind patients to take their prescription medications, to Paro, a robotic plush seal designed to provide therapeutic services for dementia patients, we're seeing how AI can work effectively alongside healthcare professionals to achieve better patient outcomes.