Seniors Become Happier
with Virtual Reality
Our technology is so good it seems like magic!
OUR MISSION IS TO MAKE PEOPLE LAUGH!
Yes, it's that simple. We want to show older people new ways to celebrate life.
Get ready to surprise them!
The Three Things we
Give Back to Older Adults
As we fight against the routine, boredom, depression and lack of exercise
1) Connection — from quiet to conversation
Long stretches of silence can wear people down. Our short, seated VR trips spark
curiosity and chatter: “I’ve been there!”, “Look at that square!”, “Do you remember…?”
What we do: themed journeys (Italy, Nature, Memory Lane), music tie-ins, simple conversation cards, family “open hour.”
Result: more smiles, stories, and a lighter atmosphere for the rest of the day.
2) Cognition — engage, reminisce, stay sharp
When minds are engaged, spirits lift. We prompt
reminiscence and orientation with gentle scenes, hometown visits (address-based), and short quizzes that feel like play, not tests.
What we do: “Memory Lane” stops (home, school, church), geography/movie mini-quizzes, postcard prompts.
Result: attention focuses, memories surface, and residents feel
present and capable.
3) Movement — confidence through gentle activity
A little movement goes a long way. Where appropriate, we pair calm visuals with
light pedaling or arm cycles to make activity enjoyable and safe.
What we do: seated rides along lakes and gardens, slow “bird’s-eye” glides, simple targets to reach.
Result: a small boost in
energy and confidence, without strain.
The Benefits of Virtual Reality
Researchers agree that virtual reality offers physical, mental, and social benefits for the elderly.
Here are some of the most common benefits of virtual reality:
- Combats isolation
- Encourages social interaction
- Activates memory
- Evokes emotion and broadens horizons
- Offers learning opportunities
- Recreates a familiar environment
- Promotes physical activity
- Relieves physical pain
01 - Combating isolation
If left untreated, prolonged loneliness can lead to depression, anxiety, heart disease, and hypertension. Virtual reality, however, can help combat this problem by allowing seniors and their families to explore the world together, thus reducing the physical distance between them.
02 - Promoting movement
Virtual reality is inherently interactive. When users explore new locations and activities in virtual reality, movement is a natural reaction. Many seniors experience improvements in their physical health through the engagement of muscles in their upper body, neck, abdomen, and arms.
03 - Relieving physical pain
Beyond its entertainment value for the elderly, virtual reality can improve medical care. It can alleviate physical pain and help manage chronic diseases by providing distraction during unpleasant or anxiety-inducing medical procedures.
The Solution
Senior Flow VR is a virtual reality therapeutic content platform designed for older adults, aiming to promote emotional well-being and train age-related cognitive functions such as memory, attention, and language.
Virtual trips
Virtual travel, reminiscence therapy, and well-being. Combating anxiety and boredom. Recalling happy memories from the past.
Cognitive stimulation
Training functions that deteriorate with age helps fight dementia. This includes training memory, attention, and language.
Physical exercise
Go for a bike ride in the mountains or canoeing on a lake and along the coast.
Virtual tourism for people with reduced mobility.
Daily life in old age is typically marked by routine and a feeling of confinement.
Our virtual reality solution brings a breath of fresh air to this reality: it offers immersive excursions that break with loneliness and monotony.
Virtual reality opens a window to the world – directly from your armchair or bed.
Walk the streets of the world in VR
One of the most poignant effects of virtual reality on the elderly is connecting older people with their autobiographical memories; VR strengthens identity and offers new approaches to supporting people with memory deficits. One resource is using Google Maps with street view integrated into virtual reality so they can visit any address they wish.
Even in severely disoriented individuals, VR can evoke emotional reactions and natural expressions – often where traditional methods no longer work.
They'll love diving into a new world.
We are at the forefront of innovation for older adults by giving them access to Virtual Reality.
Read some of the studies about how VR has been changing the lives of millions of people.
Scientific Studies:
1
To promote memory and maintain mental skills
Virtual reality reminiscence therapy can improve memory and maintain cognitive function in older adults with cognitive impairment.
2
It relieves anxiety and increases well-being
Virtual reality interventions led to a significant reduction in anxiety among elderly participants.
3
Creating opportunities for interaction and promoting exchange
Immersive virtual reality experiences have been successfully used to strengthen social interactions among the elderly.
4
Experience cycling with virtual reality
This study demonstrates the benefits of combining virtual reality and a pedal simulator – it increases the motivation of older adults to engage in physical activity.
News reports:
Using virtual reality to combat loneliness among the elderly. The Wall Street Journal
Virtual reality journeys help treat depression in the elderly.
Virtual reality can help in the treatment of chronic pain
Virtual Reality for Seniors. TV Report - TODAY SHOW
Psychologists:
● Relaxation sessions
● Cognitive function
exercises
● Overcoming fears
● Less pain NRS
Occupational therapists:
● Motor skills exercises
● Executive function exercises
● Trips
● Memory workshops
Physiotherapists:
● Mobility exercises
● Fine and gross
psychomotor skills
training
● Sports session
Immersion Days Example:
To make the Virtual Reality a memorable experience, we like to organise special themed events.
What about an Italian experience day?
Go on a VR trip to Rome, Venice & la dolce vita
Feel the vibe, taste the food, listen to the music, remember and make new memories, and have conversations about Italy.
- Dining & Music: Italian-themed lunch (pasta/gelato) with classic Italian songs.
- Mind & Memory: Simple geography quiz (the boot-shaped peninsula), fun movie-star trivia, postcards to spark stories.
- Movie icons mini-quiz (Sophia Loren, Marcello Mastroianni)
- Result: more smiles, richer conversations, and a shared trip residents will talk about all week.
Wide selection of
immersive 360° content
- Content developed specifically for seniors
- Duration: from 3 minutes (beginners) to 12 minutes or more...
- Dynamic videos
- Videos from photos
- With music included
How we run it (safely)
Our Partners and Their Results
FREE Demo
For care homes, hospitals or private sessions
Book a FREE demonstration.
Have a great experience at your location!
Choose between:
- Booking an entertainer to visit you periodically (100+€ per hour)
- Buy the VR kit (700€) and choose your subscription (75+€).
Book Your FREE Demo
We have a network of facilitators spread across France, Brazil, Portugal and the UK.
Equipped with the kit, they come to your establishment to take you on a virtual reality journey.
Contact us, and we will connect you with the nearest VR travel partner.