Robotic pet study shows improved outcomes for dementia patients at Sarasota Memorial Hospital

Robotic pets help dementia patients recover and return home

For a person living with dementia, a hospital stay can be a terrifying whirlwind of strange faces, loud noises and confusing tests. This disorientation often leads to a condition called delirium, which can slow down recovery and lead to more time spent in medical facilities.

Robotic pet study shows improved outcomes for dementia patients at Sarasota Memorial Hospital

A study at Sarasota Memorial Hospital is showing promising results for elderly patients with dementia.