Cafes Quote by Angela Rippon
“Some restaurants and cafes are very dementia friendly - having a quick chat with a staff member when you arrive will help them to understand that they can help you by giving you a table in a quiet area or prioritising your order and clearing plates away quickly.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Dementia Friendly Cafés Guide, 2022
Providing a brief conversation with staff enables them to offer quieter seating and faster service for dementia patients.
In simple terms: Talk to staff to get quiet help and quick service.
Key Takeaway
Ask staff for accommodations early.
Themes
dementia care
customer service
accessibility
Mood
empathetic
supportive
Type
practical
advisory
When to use this quote
- restaurants
- cafés
- dementia patients
- staff training
Key Concepts
communication
inclusion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can venues train staff to recognize subtle cues?
- What other accommodations help dementia patrons?
A Different Perspective
If staff are busy, they may not notice the request.
