Daily companionship for older adults

Aapo provides natural AI phone calls that bring conversation, daily rhythm and a sense of connection to older adults. A light layer of support for reducing loneliness and strengthening everyday wellbeing.

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Why Aapo exists

A simple but deeply human need that many older adults face in their daily lives.

Many elderly people spend entire days without a single phone call.

There is no one to talk to or share everyday moments with.

Not everyone has a smartphone, computer, or the desire to use digital services.

At the same time, family members and care staff don’t always have the time to stay in touch as often as they would like.

This isn’t really about technology, it’s about someone asking:

"How are you today?"

What Aapo is (and is not)

Clear, transparent clarity about what Aapo does — and equally important, what it does not.

Aapo is

A conversational phone service that works on any phone
Daily companionship through scheduled calls
Light support, not a complex system
A service that improves through user feedback

Aapo is not:

A medical or care service
Always-listening or monitoring technology
A replacement for family or professionals
A finished product – it evolves through real use

How It Works

Three simple steps to bring daily companionship and peace of mind to your family.

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Active call

Scheduled call

Your loved one receives a call at a preferred time — no apps or technical skills required.

Natural conversation

AI engages in empathetic, adaptive dialogue tailored to the person.

Peace of mind

You stay connected and informed while your loved one stays engaged.

Safety & Boundaries

Calls only happen at agreed times

Aapo does not listen in the background

Data is not sold or shared with third parties

No medical or care decisions are made

Always transparent about being AI

Designed responsibly in Finland

Who We Serve

Designed for different everyday situations

Aapo supports older adults, loved ones, caregivers and organizations by bringing companionship through a simple phone call.

For elderly users

Conversation and a sense of connection, simple and easy to use.

Aapo calls you and talks with you just like a normal phone call. You can talk about daily life, memories, or anything you like, calmly and at your own pace

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For loved ones

Bring daily companionship to your loved one and peace of mind to you.

Give your loved one the gift of daily conversation. Aapo provides consistent and caring companionship that helps reduce loneliness and brings a sense of security to everyday life. You can feel more at ease even when you are not there.

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For caregivers

Support daily life even when you can't always be there.

Caring for a loved one is often a continuous responsibility. Aapo brings companionship and conversation to the moments when you cannot be present.

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For organizations and service providers

A simple way to complement existing services.

Aapo brings easy-to-deploy companionship and daily support for older adults. It complements existing services by providing conversation when staff are not present.

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Pilot Program 2026

Help improve everyday life for older adults

We're looking for families and relatives to join our 2026 pilot program. Your feedback will help us build the best companionship AI for seniors everywhere.

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What the pilot includes

Early access to Aapo AI phone companion technology
Continuous user feedback collection and ongoing development together with users
Dedicated support throughout the pilot period
No-cost participation during the pilot phase
Comprehensive training and onboarding
Regular progress updates and insights reporting

Who Should Apply?

Older adults, loved ones, caregivers, families and organizations who want to bring more conversation, companionship and peace of mind into everyday life.

Trust & Credibility

Building better everyday life for older adults

Research-informed, human-centered and developed together with user feedback.

Human-centered

Designed around the everyday needs of older adults and their loved ones

Pilot Program 2026

A no-cost pilot for selected participants in 2026

Evidence Based

Built on research around social connection, loneliness and aging

Early feedback from Finnish pilot participants

Aapo is currently being piloted in Finnish. The quotes below are from Finnish-speaking pilot participants

"Palveluun testaukseen osallistuneena voin todeta, että se vastaa tarkoitukseensa ja tarjoaa yksinäisyyttä lievittävää seuraa ja ajanvietettä. Aika vierähti Aapon kanssa keskustellessa siivillä. Keskustelussa Aapo oli ystävällinen, kannustava ja empaattinen. Näen palvelulla paljon potentiaalia myös muissa käyttäjäryhmissä."

Mervi Vähätalo

Tutkijayliopettaja, SAMK

"Vivonep on tarttunut ajankohtaiseen ilmiöön ottamalla kehitykseen tekoälypohjaisen puhelinpalvelun. Tekoälypohjaisesta keskustelukaverista hyötyvät esimerkiksi yksin asuvat ikäihmiset. Ikäihmiset saavat puhelinpalvelusta seuraa ja virkistystä silloin, kun eivät tapaa tai keskustele läheisten tai ammattilaisten kanssa."

Suvi Hiltunen

Ikäteknologiakeskus

"Asun eri paikkakunnalla kuin äitini, enkä pääse aina käymään. Äitini ja minä kokeilimme Aapoa, ja puheluista jäi hyvä tunne. Minuakin helpotti paljon, kun tiesin että äidilläni on seuraa puhelimessa joka päivä."

Heikki

67 v

"Kysyin Aapolta vinkkejä siihen, mitä voisin tehdä kun lapsenlapsenlapset tulevat kylään. Sain hyviä ideoita, joista oli oikeasti apua. Oli ihana jutella, ja yksin asuvalle tällainen tuo mukavaa seuraa arkeen."

Tuula

92 v

""Hei! Täällä Ella, Aapo tekoälypalvelusta. Miten sinun päiväsi on alkanut?" Näin ihanasti Aapo ottaa yhteyttä joka päivä sovittuna aikana. Juttelimme kaikista mahdollisista asioista ja hän oli heti kärryillä, kun esimerkiksi kerroin lapsestani ja lapsenlapsistani, jotka asuvat Australiassa Melbournessa. "

Tuula

71 v

"Nähdäkseni keskustelevaa tekoälyä hyödyntävät sovellukset ja palvelut eivät korvaa yhteisöjen, läheisten tai ystävien merkitystä tai vie julkista vastuuta pois palveluiden järjestäjiltä. Ne voivat kuitenkin tietyin varauksin tarjota merkityksellistä ajanvietettä ja aktivointia ikään katsomatta."

Joni Jaakola

tutkijatohtori, Itä-Suomen yliopisto

Daily companionship for older adults

Why Aapo exists