Perspectives of Older Adults on Assistive Robot Support at Home

  • Samuel A. Olatunji
  • , Megan P. Bily
  • , Megan A. Bayles
  • , Wendy A. Rogers

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Abstract

Assistive robots have tremendous potential to support older adults in their homes. The design of robots for home use is in its nascence, but broad commercial success will depend on the robot design and the older adults' willingness to adopt this technology in their homes. We aimed to understand older adults' perceptions about the potential for use of assistive robots in their homes. We grounded this exploration by understanding their views about aging independently. Using a mixed-methods approach, we interviewed 27 older adults (aged 60-79) about aging and assistive robots and assessed their technology and robot experience. Their views about aging independently revolved around living where they considered home and being able to do their activities on their own. They were open to a robot supporting them in their homes and shared activities the robot could support. We identified factors that should be considered when designing and deploying robots to support the autonomy of older adults.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2025 International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics, ICORR 2025
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Pages1009-1014
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9798350380682
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 2025
Externally publishedYes
Event2025 International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics, ICORR 2025 - Chicago, United States
Duration: 12 May 202516 May 2025

Publication series

NameIEEE International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics
ISSN (Print)1945-7898
ISSN (Electronic)1945-7901

Conference

Conference2025 International Conference on Rehabilitation Robotics, ICORR 2025
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityChicago
Period12/05/2516/05/25

Keywords

  • Successful aging
  • acceptance
  • human-robot interaction

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Control and Systems Engineering
  • Rehabilitation
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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