Sudha Regmi, director of data and AI at Nourish, explains how AI can be used sensitively and responsibly in residential care settings to enhance – not replace – the human touch
Today, anyone can experience the power of AI at the press of a button, thanks to apps such as ChatGPT that enable us to get tasks done quickly and efficiently; but what does AI mean for residential care?
Caregiving is and always will be a human experience, but AI is playing an increasingly important role because it can analyse data fast, search for patterns, and provide information that helps carers make better decisions for residents in a care home setting.
Caregivers are well trained, and based on their knowledge and experience, they can spot and track any potential complications or upcoming health challenges regarding those in their care; however, AI can do a lot of the heavy lifting by suggesting things for review, adding nudges, and then combining these data points to provide a holistic view of a resident, therefore shouldering some of the cognitive load.
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