Welfare technology that makes a difference
Robot animals are an example of welfare technology that truly makes a difference for people who can't have live animals for various reasons – common in the care of elderly people with dementia and people with disabilities, as well as for elderly people living alone. They are bought both by the individuals themselves and by relatives as a gift that makes a difference.
Spread joy
Wera Welltech partners with Yukai and helps them reach out with their products. The robots Qoobo and Amagami Ham Ham have together sold over 100,000 units worldwide, and Fufuly, the robot cushion that helps you breathe deeply and calmly, is also part of the range.
Ingrid and "little heart"
Ingrid, 90 years old, tells the story of her robot cat – from ordering to the cat moving in with her at home. She has now bought a second one, so she has two. From her letter: "So far I manage quite well on my own. Turning 90 in October, lost my husband 2.5 years ago. Live isolated, we've always had a cat or dog in our family. Thought this cat looks so lifelike, I can't take care of a living animal now. Maybe it would feel like company to have it lying on my bed or in an armchair, seeing it as I walk by. Get a feeling."
Research shows positive effects
Digital therapy and companion animals are proven worldwide and come in different price ranges – for example the robot Paro, a seal developed in Japan, which costs around 50,000 kr. Research has been done on both Paro and the animals from Joy For All that Wera Welltech sells. Studies show that digital therapy animals:
- Increase quality of life and spread joy and security
- Reduce feelings of depression and loneliness
- Calm people without the use of medication
- Provide improved cognitive activity and ability
- Contribute to a sense of purpose
- Relieves the burden on care staff and relatives
More personal care
Wera Welltech also partners with VilMer to create more activities at nursing homes around southern Sweden, with services such as MinMemoria, Digital Experiences and VilMer VR.
