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flag VR is reducing loneliness among seniors in U.S. and Canadian retirement homes by enabling shared, immersive experiences.

flag Virtual reality is helping older adults in U.S. and Canadian retirement communities reduce isolation by enabling shared, immersive experiences like swimming with dolphins, hot-air balloon rides, and revisiting childhood homes. flag Through Rendever, a company providing user-friendly VR programs in over 800 facilities, seniors—many in their 80s and 90s—engage in emotionally resonant activities that spark conversation, memory recall, and social bonding. flag A nearly $4.5 million NIH grant will support research into VR’s role in reducing loneliness among seniors living at home and their caregivers. flag Experts say thoughtful use of VR can enhance cognition, emotional well-being, and intergenerational connection, challenging stereotypes about older adults’ tech adoption.

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