TECH TO THE RESCUE โ
May 2, 2023 – After starting to code at the age of nine, Eleora proposed an Alexa skillcalled โSober Trackerโ to help those struggling with alcohol addiction and substance abuse after being inspired by her grandfatherโs own battle. Her design would see users tell Alexa things such as โhelpโ, โI need some supportโ or โI canโt do this anymoreโ to prompt the virtual assistant to ask further questions.
These will include asking how they are feeling on a scale of 1-10, if they need emergency assistance, or if they would like to chat, participate in breathing exercises or play a game.
Alexa would then facilitate these requests with the aim of supporting those on their sobriety journey.
Eleora said: โThe issue of addiction is rarely openly discussed, so I saw the Alexa Young Innovator Challenge as an opportunity to support this community.
โAnd help people feel seen while still allowing them to tackle their issues in private.
โI realised through my research that many people see Alexa as a companion, so I think it is perfectly placed to provide this support…
โWith the skill Iโve coded intended to provide information and guidance in moments addicts need it the most.โ
