Virtual Reality in Elder Care

Can virtual reality make older adults happier and healthier? What do the tech companies have to say?

Wellness & Health
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Americans are living longer today than ever before, and as we age our worlds and social networks begin to shrink. The long standing phenomenon of social isolation that comes with aging has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Social Isolation comes with medical costs such as increased risk of heart disease or higher threat of stroke. This is where virtual reality can potentially help combat these problems.

Find out more on how the innovation of virtual reality technology can combat lonliness and stimulate brain fitness, increasing the quality of life and empowering older adults across America.

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