Lexology January 14, 2026
Staying Spry with the Help of AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way older adults experience healthcare and daily life. One of the most visible trends is the growth of AI-powered social companions that help seniors stay connected and engaged at home. For example, ElliQ, an AI companion robot developed by Intuition Robotics, uses conversational prompts and personalized reminders to help older adults with medication, activity suggestions, and social interaction while fostering independence and reducing feelings of isolation. Programs deploying ElliQ have shown high levels of engagement and reduced loneliness among senior users.
Some of these platforms are delivered on familiar devices such as Smart TVs, with conversational AI that can offer medication reminders, memory games, simple calls with...
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