OLYMPIA, Washington—ElliQ, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered health supporting smart tool developed by Intuition Robotics, will be available as a smart care device to eligible Washington Medicaid recipients enrolled in the Medicaid Long-Term Services and Supports programs of Community First Choice or Roads to Community Living receiving services in their home.
The smart care device will help promote independent living and provide more personalized options for daily support to adults with physical disabilities or intellectual and developmental disabilities. ElliQ offers daily check-ins, health and wellness support, social engagement, access to services and more.
ElliQ’s voice first experience and onscreen instructions provide a personalized interaction that was designed specifically for the needs of its recipients. ElliQ uses AI to support daily tasks or health-related activities such as medication and appointment reminders and helps adults with physical disabilities or adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities stay connected through activities and communication with family.
“Our mission is to empower older adults with technology that fosters well-being and connection," said Dor Skyler, Intuition Robotics CEO and co-founder. "Washington’s leadership in making ElliQ available through Medicaid sets a national precedent. We are confident that residents across the state will build meaningful connections with ElliQ and experience the benefits of remaining at home with confidence and dignity.”
Community First Choice (CFC) and Roads to Community Living (RCL) are Medicaid Long-Term Services and Supports programs administered by Washington State’s DSHS. CFC and RCL provide eligible individuals with service options to help them stay in community settings rather than receiving care in institutions, like nursing facilities. Recipients who meet financial and functional eligibility criteria, and are receiving services in their own home, could choose to access the “Smart Care Device” ElliQ as part of their person-centered care plan.
Medicaid recipients in Washington State can learn more about the Smart Care Device at elliq.com/dshs.