  In this paper we describe the design and development of a route training
system for individuals with cognitive impairments (CIs) living in residential
care facilities. Learning to move autonomously in public spaces is a
fundamental skill for people with CI, who face several challenges to
independently and safely move around. Yet, exploring opportunities for route
training support, especially in residential settings, has received very little
attention. To explore these opportunities, we followed a design and development
process based on inclusive design practices that considered the organisational
context and aimed at involving people with CI in the software design. To ensure
our solution addressed the identified needs and abilities of this heterogeneous
population, we further framed the route training definition as a design process
that is enacted by the system, making the trainer and user co-creators of a
personalised training. In this paper we report on the needs and challenges for
mobility training in residential settings, introduce the design and formative
evaluation of the route training system, to conclude with reflections and
considerations on our methodological approach.
