CrossSense, smart glasses designed to support people living with dementia

The project uses artificial intelligence to improve autonomy and safety in everyday life.

Technology is increasingly being used to support healthcare, and CrossSense is a project aimed at improving the quality of life of people living with dementia through AI-powered smart glasses.

Developed by a London-based team, CrossSense acts as a digital assistant integrated into eyewear, designed to guide users through daily activities and support their independence.

At the core of the system is “Wispy”, an assistant capable of providing real-time guidance, suggestions and reminders. Thanks to integrated cameras, voice recognition and in-lens display technology, the glasses can recognise objects and people, helping users navigate their surroundings and carry out more complex actions.

The device supports users step by step in their daily routines, helping to reduce errors and increase their sense of safety.

The goal is to enable people living with dementia to remain independent for longer: the glasses can alert users to potential hazards at home, help locate misplaced objects, remind them to take medication and guide them through everyday activities.

CrossSense has recently received the Longitude Prize on Dementia, an award dedicated to technologies supporting cognitive decline. Early testing has shown promising results, while commercialisation is expected in the coming years.

The project represents a concrete example of how eyewear can evolve beyond design, becoming a tool to support everyday life.

Photo courtesy of CrossSense