An ad hoc committee will plan a one-day public workshop to examine the state of the art and knowledge about artificial intelligence (AI) and explore its potential to foster a balance of safety and autonomy for older adults and people with disabilities who strive to live as independently as possible. The workshop will feature invited presentations and discussions that will highlight key questions and policy issues related to the application of AI including

· How can the use of AI enhance independence, community living, and health and well being?

· How can AI enhance the continuity of care and the availability of reliable information across care settings?

· How can the voice of the individual be integrated into the design and use of AI?

· What are the unintended consequences and key challenges for the use of AI for older adults and people with disabilities, such as the unique ethical and privacy concerns?

The planning committee will organize the workshop, develop the agenda for the workshop, select and invite speakers and discussants, and moderate or identify moderators for the discussions. A proceedings of a workshop - in brief will be prepared in accordance with institutional guidelines.