INTERVIEW – FROM APPS TO SOCIAL ROBOTS: TECHNOLOGIES AS THE KEY TO HEALTHY AGING

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In the face of a shortage of healthcare staff, older adults are increasingly compelled to maintain their independence for as long as possible. Technological innovations within the home setting have become indispensable for achieving this goal. However, the challenge lies in making them accessible to the elderly demographic and understanding the necessary requirements. Raymond Cuijpers (TU/e) is at the forefront of developing social robots, while Pol Grootswagers (WUR) is delving into the realm of healthy aging. In their quest for solutions, they eagerly seek to integrate insights from psychologists and sociologists.