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Robotic pets bring companionship to older adults

Original: 😬 NBC4 Washington: ‘It feeds my soul': Robotic pets are helping older adults find companionship https://www. nbcwashingt

NBC4 Washington reports that robotic pets are helping older adults find companionship, with one user saying the devices 'feed my soul'. The story highlights how interactive robot animals are being used to ease loneliness among seniors, offering comfort and routine without the demands of caring for a live animal.

Why now: Growing interest in technology addressing loneliness among aging populations

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• 😬 NBC4 Washington: ‘It feeds my soul': Robotic pets are helping older adults find companionship https://www. nbcwashington.com/news/health/ robotic-pets-are-helping-older-adults-find-companionship/4161537/ # robots · ai6yr@m.ai6yr.org · 6

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