1.Environments

The ReJAM robot will be deployed in meeting centers for People with Dementia (PwD) that provide day-care services and activities. PwD living at home meet in the living rooms of such care centers for daytime activities under the guidance of professional caregivers and volunteers. Centers, where people reside, have similar areas for group activities, in which PwD meet up and socialize.

The living rooms have different sizes with various furniture and facilities, such as dining tables, armchairs, and audio equipment. These objects, especially tables and chairs, are often movable which makes it possible to change the setup for a specific activity. If a large, spacious area is needed, the tables could be moved to the side. The audio equipment provides the possibility of configuring music or for example allowing caretakers to use a microphone. In addition, this environment often includes a (small) area where people are able to get coffee or tea (or even prepared food), usually served by the caregivers.

The care organization Pieter van Foreest participates in the design and test activities of the ReJAM robot. It offers a wide, flexible package of services and services for the elderly in the field of housing, care, treatment, and welfare in the region of Delft, Midden-Delfland, Pijnacker-Nootdorp and Westland (the Netherlands). The organization has approximately 25 locations and offers home care, Household Assistance, and various services and services. Pieter van Foreest employs 3,400 employees and we can count on the support of some 2,400 volunteers. For more information, see  https://pietervanforeest.nl/.