Article 75ZZE An industry targeting Australia’s ageing population is growing, but can AI deliver more humanity in aged care?

An industry targeting Australia’s ageing population is growing, but can AI deliver more humanity in aged care?

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Tory Shepherd
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While companion robots are being introduced and virtual experiences hope to take loneliness away', one expert agrees tech should never replace the human element

You'll never get rid of humans," Prof Wendy Moyle says, during a discussion about robots and other technology in aged care and residential homes.

Then, a beat later, she adds: Well, I don't think we'll get rid of humans."

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