While serving in the Royal Air Force in the 1980s, he developed an interest in computers and learned a number of programming languages.
He has been excited about the development of AI in recent years and utilizes it for research, text message translation, and photo editing.
In general, Mr. Middleton’s retirement is somewhat hectic. He volunteers with the Alzheimer’s Society, serves on committees, and provides lived-experience consulting in addition to his interests and dementia blog.
His short-term memory has changed since he was diagnosed with dementia five years ago at the age of 65.
\For instance, “I can’t remember where I put my phone, but I can still write apps for mobile phones.”
According to Mr. Middleton, AI may be able to close this gap.
People will have more self-respect and self-esteem and be able to maintain their independence for longer if they use AI to its full potential. And if it does, it keeps them out of care facilities and the NHS system.
Many AI-based tools are available to assist individuals with dementia with their daily activities.
One is Simon, an app that combines machine learning and geo-tracking to identify a user’s unique needs and send helpful messages.
