A long-term care resident in Toronto experiences an African safari through virtual reality, highlighting the growing use of the technology to enhance recreation and quality of life for seniors.
"Come on zebra, come," she says as she starts to pet the air above her lap.
Proponents say the technology not only provides entertainment but can help reduce isolation by encouraging residents to share their virtual experiences with recreation staff, fellow residents and family members. The 15 to 20 minute sessions can also reach and comfort many long-term care residents with dementia, they say.
“You've got to know your resident. You can’t just put a headset on your resident and choose ," she said. Laugo said higher-functioning residents benefit from using VR as a group, "because it allows them to share experiences and interact with each other in a more social environment.” Baycrest is actively researching whether or not VR can help reduce"responsive behaviours" related to dementia, such as kicking, hitting, punching, spitting, grabbing or wandering.
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