We were thrilled to recently attend an event hosted by the Rotary Club of Lower Blue Mountains, where we had the privilege of presenting our virtual reality – as a VR for Healthcare experience PatientVR, to a group of enthusiastic and curious attendees. The Rotary Club President, Pamela Noal, kindly invited our Director Mike Vasavada and the young intern Yudi Shipurkar as guest speakers, offering a platform to showcase how PatientVR experiences can be a valuable tool in helping patients, particularly those in need of rehabilitation or cognitive therapy.
L to R: Chris Mahoney (Rotary Club), Mike Vasavada (Director Mobiddiction PatientVR), Yudi Shipurkar (PatientVR) and Pamela Noal, President Lower Blue Mountains Rotary Club.
This event gave us a chance to highlight the potential of PatientVR, focusing on its use among senior citizens who often face mobility and cognitive challenges. PatientVR is a fully immersive virtual reality platform designed to aid in patient therapy, offering activities that engage both the mind and body in meaningful ways. From virtual bowling to calming painting sessions, the PatientVR experience provides a wide range of interactions that can improve motor skills, cognition, and emotional well-being.
The Rotarians, primarily composed of senior citizens, were particularly excited to see how virtual reality could play a role in their own lives. During the demonstration, we set up a hands-on experience where attendees could try out PatientVR’s various activities in real time. The response was overwhelmingly positive.
Many were amazed at how intuitive and user-friendly the VR experience was, especially given the fact that it relies entirely on hand-tracking technology. This was a game-changer for those who may have been intimidated by more traditional controllers or gadgets.
During the demo, several attendees expressed how engaging the virtual experiences were. They appreciated how the activities offered a realistic way to participate in light physical movements while staying seated, making it especially beneficial for those with limited mobility. The ability to be active in a virtual space felt both innovative and accessible to them.
Many participants also noted how mentally stimulating the activities were, remarking on the immersive nature of the virtual environment. They found it to be a much more engaging and interactive experience than they had initially expected, highlighting how virtual reality could transform traditional forms of cognitive engagement.
At the culmination of the event, we had a lively Q&A session where attendees shared their thoughts, asked questions about the app’s functionalities, and even discussed potential ways virtual reality could help improve their quality of life. It was a rewarding experience to hear how PatientVR could be a tool not just for entertainment, but for real, tangible health benefits.
Overall, the event at the Rotary Club of Lower Blue Mountains was a huge success, and we left feeling inspired by the feedback we received from the senior citizens. Many expressed interest in using virtual reality as part of their wellness routines, and we look forward to continuing to develop PatientVR to meet the needs of a diverse range of users.
We thank the Rotary Club of Lower Blue Mountains for the opportunity to present PatientVR. Please get in touch with us if you have an event and would like us to demo or present the VR experience.
