When a loved one has dementia, you’ll do anything to take away some of their distress and pain. In the case of Cheryl Yates, she knew exactly what to do to help her 88-year-old father, Bob, through ...

Ageless Innovation developed animatronic pets about 10 years ago. "Purrs and meows, it lifts its paw, adorable," said Colleen McMichael, whose mom had one during her last few years of life. "It ...

Robotic cats are bringing comfort and companionship to older adults. Can they do more? Check out this Associated Press story by Michelle R. Smith on plans to add artificial intelligence to Hasbro's ...

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Even though Margaret “Peggy” Clavin only resided at the Loft at Linn in East Providence for six months before passing away, she left a lasting impression on everyone she ...

Toymaker Hasbro and scientists at Brown University have received a three-year, $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation to find ways to add artificial intelligence to Hasbro’s ‘‘Joy for ...

A robotic cat is providing comfort to an elderly woman in South Carolina. Linda Williams's new friend is named Lisa. "She makes me feel good," Williams told CBS affiliate WRDW. "I’m gonna hold you up ...