Welcome to another week of spending 15 minutes with me! If you had told me ten years ago that I’d be knee-deep in AI Product Management today, I would have laughed. Back then, I was behind the mic, telling stories as a television and radio host. I thrived on connection — engaging with people, amplifying voices, and making complex ideas accessible. But life has a way of leading us to unexpected places. Today, I’m channeling that same passion into something deeply personal: leveraging AI to revolutionize caregiving for the elderly, disabled individuals, and children with special needs.
Why Healthcare? Why Caregiving?❤️
For me, this isn’t just a “cool AI project.” It’s about people. It’s about the caregivers stretched thin, the elderly battling loneliness, and the families of special needs children struggling to find the right support. Caregiving is one of the most human acts of love, yet it remains one of the most under-supported industries. If technology has the power to make lives easier, more dignified, and more joyful, why aren’t we using it more effectively?
My journey into caregiving AI started when I noticed a glaring problem — many caregiving companies were hiring staff with zero medical background, just to fill positions quickly. But the real issue? They weren’t training them properly. Caregivers were being thrown into high-stakes environments with little to no guidance, leading to critical mistakes in medication management, emotional support, and basic patient care. This wasn’t just a gap in the system; it was a crisis. And that’s one of my biggest whys.
AI in Healthcare:More Than Just a Trend🤖
Right now, AI is everywhere. We see AI-generated images, chatbots writing essays, and machine learning models predicting stock trends. But AI in healthcare isn’t just about being trendy — it’s about being transformative. Here’s how I see AI making a tangible difference in caregiving:
Medication Management: Imagine an AI system that ensures elderly patients never miss a dose and alerts caregivers before supplies run out. This isn’t just convenience — it’s life-saving.
Stigma-Free Community Building: AI can create platforms where caregivers, families, and individuals receiving care connect and share experiences, breaking down isolation. Think of it as a LinkedIn for caregiving, but with empathy at its core.
AI-Powered Caregiver Training: Not all caregivers receive proper training. AI-driven education can ensure caregivers are better equipped to provide high-quality support, from understanding medical conditions to managing emotional stress.
Real-Time Assistance: Care emergencies can happen anytime. AI can provide real-time guidance to caregivers, improving response times and outcomes. Imagine an AI assistant that walks a caregiver through administering CPR or managing a sudden allergic reaction.
The Road Ahead: Using AI to Drive Meaningful Change
This isn’t just about what I’m building — it’s about why I’m building it and how we can use AI responsibly to improve lives. To make this vision a reality, I’ve developed a research plan that focuses on three key areas:
Understanding the Pain Points: Conducting interviews with caregivers, families, and healthcare professionals to identify the most pressing challenges in caregiving.
Exploring AI Solutions: Evaluating existing AI tools and technologies to see how they can be adapted or improved for caregiving scenarios.
Ethical Considerations: Ensuring that any AI solution prioritizes privacy, consent, and inclusivity, especially for vulnerable populations.
If you’re curious about the details, I’ve attached my research plan below. It’s a living document, and I’d love your feedback on how we can refine it further.
Let’s Build Solutions That Matter
So here’s my invitation: spend a few minutes each week with me as we explore the intersection of AI, in various industries starting with healthcare, and real human impact. If you’ve ever been curious about AI in caregiving or wondered how we can create real change, you’re in the right place.
Let’s create solutions that matter. Let’s use AI for more than just the latest tech trend. Let’s make life better.
I’d love to hear your thoughts — what are some challenges in caregiving that you think AI can help solve? Drop a comment below! 👇
Attached Research Plan
[(https://docs.google.com/document/d/10jul0nfDudRVztqHCaQacibqeaEHFW8A/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=111814567717102396409&rtpof=true&sd=true )]
Here is the link to my research plan, feel free to drop a comment.
Enjoy.
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