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Save the Date: Robotic Cats Help in Social Distancing

Oct 19, 2020

FAU Virtual Research in Action - Robotic Cats help in Social Distancing
Due to social distancing, people need their pets now more than ever, especially those who are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or dementia (ADRD).

Join Lisa Wiese, Ph.D., as she discusses research conducted by faculty and students at the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing who provided adults with ADRD interactive robotic cats. She will also address:
- the benefits of pet therapy
- the challenges that adult with ADRD face during COVID-19
- and more...

Oct 22, 2020 01:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)