The eCARE-PD project focuses on the use and design of an AI-powered self-care technology for people living with Parkinson’s disease. Working with patients, healthcare professionals, care partners and developers, the project aims to understand user experience and develop co-design methods to engage different stakeholders in the development of an AI-powered self-care technology (e.g. conversational recommendation system). The project makes both a methodological contribution by promoting an inclusive design process, and a theoretical contribution by exploring how AI can support self-care practices through personalized support and adapted, accessible resources.

For more information about eCARE-PD: a Virtual Coach

Publication related to the project

In partnership with Dr. T.Mestre. Parkinson’s disease and Movement Disorders Centre. Associate Professor, Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine
. Scientist, The Ottawa Hospital Research Instituteu & Ottawa Brain and Mind Research Institute. Watch the video from Dr.Mestre about eCARE-PD.

Source of Funding: Parkinson Canada