Woman finds joy in robot cat after losing pet

AIKEN, SC (WRDW/WAGT) – These days, it’s not uncommon to have robots all around us.

They sweep our floors, wash our dishes, and researchers even have robots that can think and talk.

But what about robot pets?

The South Carolina Department of Aging has a project to help socially isolated people.

Aiken’s Tri-Development Center is already matching furry robot friends with their owners.

Linda Williams has a new friend named Lisa, a robot cat.

“She keeps me going. I’m going to lift you up so they can see you,” Williams said.

She blinks, rolls, purrs and meows.

Precious Green, Chief Housing Service Provider, said:

Green helps Williams and Lisa. She says this cat is easier to care for than a real cat.

“That’s the great thing about the litter box. There’s no litter box so you don’t have to worry about keeping up with smells, cat food, etc., but it’s also easier for her,” Green said.

Williams loves dating.

Ever since she lost her cat to cancer, she has been living alone.

“Her family and friends have moved out, so here’s our resident, but sometimes she likes to be home and in her comfort zone,” Green said.

When she’s home, she now has something to comfort her.

Williams said: She has meant a lot to me ever since I got her.

Williams’ cat isn’t real, but her smile is.

Williams is the first person to receive this at the Tri-Development Center. They hope that more people will benefit from this in the future.

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