What is the care.coach Avatar?

The care.coach avatar is a virtual health assistant designed to deliver personalized  companionship, health coaching, and reminders directly to participants in their homes.  Appearing as a friendly pet on a secure, cellular-enabled tablet, the avatar is operated by  trained human Health Advocates who blend human empathy with intelligent technology to  support health and well-being. 

Features 

The avatar provides a wide range of interactive features to engage and support  participants, including: 

• Conversation: Friendly chats to reduce loneliness and build trust.

• Reminders: Medication, appointments, and daily routines.

• Exercises: Guided movements and stretches.

• Music: Songs to soothe or energize.

• Games: Trivia, memory games, and cognitive activities.

• News: Daily updates and current events.

• Audiobooks: Stories and informative readings.

• Photos & Videos: Personalized media sharing.

• Jokes: Lighthearted humor to lift spirits.

• Recipes: Simple ideas for meals and snacks.

• Meditation: Relaxation and mindfulness exercises.