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Virtual reality making a powerful impact in aged care

8 August 2025
By Heather Fletcher
A new peer-reviewed study conducted by Deakin University and Barwon Health and funded by ARIIA, with industry partner SilVR Adventures has validated the use of virtual reality (VR) in aged care settings.  The study published in Springer Virtual Reality (2025) evaluated the therapeutic effects of immersive travel experiences in aged care homes across Victoria, focusing […]

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