Meet the SOARWell-AiP Research Assistants!
The SOARWell-AiP project aims to explore how voice assistants (e.g., Google Assistant) may increase older adults’ wellbeing and/or independence to help them age in place. For this study, participants are given a Google Nest Hub 2nd Gen smart speaker to use in their home, and are encouraged to regularly use it for a period of six months. To support participants, they are paired with one of our research assistants: Mya George or Madi Badger, who remain their main point of contact for the duration of the study. Mya and Madi connect with their participants on a monthly basis to check-in on progress, conduct interviews about participants’ perceptions and experiences using the voice assistant, and offer technical support. Importantly, these touch points provide Mya and Madi with the opportunity to learn about our participants, support their participation in the study, and build trusted relationships. Get to know our research assistants through their bios below!