02/25/2026
Care is evolving to include continuous emotional support. At St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children, Robin the Robot serves as a peer companion, helping children feel understood and less alone alongside clinical care. This blog explores how socially assistive robotics can reduce anxiety and add a new layer of support to the hospital experience. Grateful to the St. Mary’s team for their partnership!
Through the deployment of Robin the Robot, St. Mary’s Hospital for Children explored how socially assistive robotics can support children beyond medical treatment alone.