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Artificial intelligence tools take care of the elderly in Sharjah

August 14, 2025

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A smart and sustainable vision reinforcing the Emirate’s position as an age-friendly city

- Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

The Emirate of Sharjah continues its pioneering efforts to reinforce its position as an age-friendly city by adopting artificial intelligence tools and smart care technologies to serve senior citizens within an integrated system based on a humanitarian vision led by His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah.

These initiatives reflect the Emirate’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life for all segments of society, especially senior citizens. The goal is to create an environment that respects their needs and honours their experiences.

SENIOR CITIZENS SERVICES FORUM 2024: STRATEGIC RECOMMENDATIONS:

In line with this approach, the Senior Citizens Services Forum, under the theme “Artificial Intelligence in the Service of the Elderly,” held in 2024, formed an important milestone in shaping the future technological landscape in the field of elderly care.

Organised by the Sharjah Social Services Department, the forum concluded with a set of strategic recommendations to increase the application of smart technologies in elderly care.

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