Through AI, dementia patients can gain confidence in their own abilities and take control of some activities of daily life, thus reducing dependence on health systems and nursing homes.
Artificial intelligence comes to the aid of people with health problems. Photo: Archive
With the Florence project, dementia patients can use simple but personalized devices such as a diary, music player and photo frame. Smart devices use machine learning algorithms to create personalized user profiles, offering tailored content and simulated social interactions, thereby reducing feelings of loneliness.
According to The Focus, artificial intelligence can be a valuable tool, especially for people with dementia, offering significant benefits that outweigh any concerns. About 15% of the world’s population experiences diseases that affect the brain, such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Although there is no cure, artificial intelligence offers us hope. Through AI, we can develop new tools and solutions that significantly improve the lives of those affected.
Smart technologies provide people with dementia with tools that enable them to be more active and independent, thus contributing to better management of this condition within the healthcare system. Simon is more than just an app. Using advanced algorithms, it can provide you with personalized assistance, such as PIN reminders when you’re at the bank.
Both Simon and Florence make valuable contributions to the care of people with dementia. While Simon provides assistance with daily activities, Florence focuses on enriching social life and communication. The Florence Project focuses on finding new ways to communicate with people who have dementia. The team is working on creating simple and friendly tools to facilitate this.
The project developed three practical devices: a journal to write down thoughts, a music player to relax, and a digital photo frame to remember cherished moments. Artificial intelligence makes these devices special for each person. For example, if you have an appointment with your caregiver, the device can show you a picture of them to help you remember. It’s like having a friend who knows exactly what you need.
