🌼 The Karuna App is a labor of love, designed to make technology more accessible and enjoyable for elderly users through compassionate AI assistance.
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Karuna App: Compassionate AI for Elderly Tech Users
Bridging generations through technology with a personal AI assistant designed specifically for elderly and tech-challenged individuals.
Named after the our mother, Karuna means compassion and empathy in Sanskrit. It's designed for those who struggle with today's complex digital world.
Human-Centered Design
Built with a human heart at its core, not technology for technology's sake.
Family Legacy
Dedicated to our late father, Mr. Vilas Annaji Karanjkar, whose wisdom and strength continue to inspire.
Natural Language Interaction
User
"Karuna, I have to go to the doctor tomorrow evening, can you remind me?"
Karuna
"Of course. I'll remind you about your doctor's appointment tomorrow at 6 PM. Would you like to book a cab?"
User
"Yes, I want an Ola cab."
Karuna
"Alright. I'll open the Ola app and set the clinic's location. Do you need anything else?"
One App to Rule Them All
Karuna serves as a central hub, eliminating the need to learn multiple applications or keep up with evolving technology.
No technical knowledge required - Karuna handles the complexity behind the scenes
Seamless integration with essential services like transportation, communication, entertainment, and healthcare
Focus on the user experience, not the technology learning curve
Karuna eliminates technological overwhelm by providing a single, friendly interface that connects to the digital world - so seniors can focus on living, not learning.
What Makes Karuna Special
Compassionate Design
Built with empathy at its core
Multilingual Support
Communicate in your native language
Privacy-First
Secure, encrypted, and respectful of data
Free Access
Available to all who need it
Key Objectives
Empower Through Voice
Natural-language, voice-enabled interface for managing daily digital tasks
Secure Personal Context
Store medical info, account details, and important documents securely on-device
Caregiver Collaboration
Enable remote updates and oversight by multiple trusted relatives
Health Integration
Sync with health apps for medications, vitals, and appointment reminders
Caregiver Portal
Remote Updates
Update information from anywhere
Collaborative Notes
Add details about documents, doctors
Seamless Sync
Changes appear instantly on user's device
Core Features
Voice-First Q&A
Ask questions like "What's my SBI account number?" or "Where are my property documents kept?"
Knowledge Base
Secure data store holding account info, contacts, medications, routines, and notes from relatives
Actions Layer
Trigger calls, open apps like Uber, send OTPs, set reminders
Health Integration
Access medications, vitals, and medical records with consent
Proactive Assistance
Health Monitoring
"Karuna, remember to take a walk today, your step counts are low."
Weather Awareness
"Don't forget to carry water, it's going to be hot tomorrow." or "It might rain in the morning, you can skip your walk."
Wellbeing Check-ins
"Your nap was longer than usual, are you feeling okay? Should I call your neighbor for tea?"
Schedule Management
"You said you want to visit your sister on Tuesday, I'll remind you then."
Security & Privacy
1
Encrypted Data
All personal information encrypted at rest
2
Biometric Protection
Face ID or PIN restricts unauthorized access
3
Consent-Based
Explicit permission for health data access
A Bridge Between Generations
10M+
Potential Users
Elderly individuals who feel left behind by technology
100%
Privacy-Focused
Complete data protection and user control
50+
Languages
Supporting English, Hindi, Marathi and more
Karuna is more than a tech solution—it's a bridge between generations. By combining AI, privacy, and empathy, we improve independence and well-being for those who need it most.
Contact Us
We welcome your questions, feedback, and collaboration opportunities. Karuna is a community-driven project aimed at empowering elderly individuals through compassionate AI.