Designing AI-Powered Elder Care Products: Best Practices and Considerations
by Nury Moreira Introduction As the global population ages, the need for innovative solutions to support the health and well-being of older adults becomes increasingly important. The World Health Organisation says the number of people aged 60 and older is expected to double ( to 2.1 billion) by 2050, a demographic shift with significant implications for healthcare systems, families, and communities. One of the key challenges this ageing population will face is maintaining independence and autonomy, especially when it comes to managing their own health and well-being. Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to play a significant role in addressing this challenge, with the development of AI-powered elder care products to assist with a wide range of tasks; from fall detection…