The Path Forward to Advancing Care for Dementia Patients

As rising case rates collide with mounting caregiver shortages and increasing pressure on long-term care systems, dementia care continues to grow as a healthcare specialty. Universities and research groups are exploring how artificial intelligence, robotics and assistive technologies could help detect cognitive decline earlier, support caregivers, improve patient safety and allow more older adults to remain in their homes longer. Current efforts range from AI-powered diagnostic models and assistive-intelligence systems to socially assistive robots, some being tested in real home environments…