Intuition Robotics, creators of the award-winning ElliQ AI companion robot, announced a new ElliQ solution to help caregivers.
It’s a comprehensive AI-powered system designed to support caregivers and provide essential care for older adults. Intuition Robotics already provides AI companions that can older adults deal with problems like social isolation. The company is part of the AgeTech trend where tech entrepreneurs are rallying to the cause of creating technology for older people.
The solution has two key components: the ElliQ AI-powered companion robot and the Caregiver App for managing and monitoring care remotely. Together, these tools create a holistic system that enables caregivers to stay informed, connected, and actively engaged in their loved ones’ care, even from afar.
As 48 million adults in the United States provide unpaid care to another adult, caregivers can now bring an AI companion into their loved one’s home. Lots of these caregivers are sandwiched, meaning they take care of older parents as well as children.
Along with supporting older adults in staying active, healthy, and engaged, ElliQ also empowers caregivers to manage care remotely, enjoy greater peace of mind, and focus on meaningful quality time.
The ElliQ Caregiver Solution aims to ease the burden on caregivers while enhancing the independence and well-being of older adults. Caregivers gain peace of mind through features that allow them to track their loved ones’ health and activity, set personalized care goals that are promoted by ElliQ at the home, and receive proactive updates powered by AI-driven insights.
ElliQ, the AI robot at the heart of this solution, serves as both a companion and a care assistant, delivering daily support to older adults and alerting caregivers to significant changes in health or behavior. This ensures caregivers can manage care effectively, even when they cannot be physically present.
Studies show that over 60% of caregivers experience burnout, compounded by spending an average of 26% of their personal income on caregiving expenses. Many also reduce their work hours or leave the workforce entirely, resulting in significant income loss and diminished retirement savings. Unlike standalone apps, ElliQ’s holistic approach focuses on the older adult’s entire care network, using AI to optimize interactions and deliver meaningful support.
By automating routine monitoring, care management, and communication, ElliQ enables caregivers to make room for building emotional connections with their loved ones rather than being consumed by logistical tasks. This innovative system transforms caregiving into a more fulfilling experience, allowing caregivers to dedicate their attention to what matters most.
The ElliQ Caregiver Solution represents a breakthrough in aging and remote care, providing a vital resource for caregivers and older adults alike. With this launch, Intuition Robotics continues its mission to revolutionize the way we approach aging, empowering caregivers and fostering independence for older adults.
“Caregivers are the invisible backbone of our economy… yet they are often overwhelmed, under-supported, and overlooked,” said Alexandra Drane, CEO of Archangles, in a statement. “We came to know, and appreciate, what ElliQ is doing to help equip this population with the resources they need to thrive. Supporting the close to one in two of us serving as unpaid caregivers is not just the right thing to do – it’s a no brainer.”
“Previously, ElliQ was celebrated for proven results as a companion for older adults. Now, it’s also an essential tool for caregivers, providing updates, connection, and proactive support,” said Dor Skular, CEO of Intuition Robotics, in a statement. “We are proud to bring the power of AI to caregivers. Our newest solution will help to alleviate caregiver stress by offering a solution that keeps them informed and engaged while empowering their loved ones to live more independently with an AI live-in caregiver.”
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