Most older adults prefer to maintain their independence and
remain in their own homes as they age, and robotic technology can help make
this a reality. Robots can assist with a variety of everyday living tasks, but
limited research exists on seniors’ attitudes toward and acceptance of robots
as caregivers and aides. Human factors/ergonomics researchers investigated
older adults’ willingness to receive robot assistance that allows them to age
in place, and will present their findings at the upcoming HFES 56th Annual
Meeting in Boston.