I’d like to share an experience from my time working at a memory care home along the seacoast. Most of the residents had some form of dementia, at varying stages, but some shared a love for the cats there. These aren’t real cats, though—they’re robotic ones you can find on Amazon. They have a soft, lifelike body that moves up and down with their “breathing” as they curl up in their bed. It’s incredible how calming they were for the residents. Unlike real pets, these cats require no care and they’re always ready for holding and petting.
Recently, I was sent a link about robotic dogs and their potential as companions for people with Alzheimer’s Disease and other medical conditions. It’s worth checking out if you’re interested: Ask the Experts: Can a Robotic Dog Be a Companion for People Living With Alzheimer’s Disease?
NOTE: At this time, the alzheimerscaregivers.org site is offline, so this link is to a backup on archive.org.
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