Any further feedback on how to improve the project?
Guest
2021-01-25 12:07:28
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes
Guest
2021-01-25 12:07:28
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
I would just be utterly confused. Assuming I'd be able to see photos and videos of us together, I'd be frustrated that I can't actually recognise them even though I so obviously know them.
Guest
2021-01-25 12:07:28
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes
Guest
2021-01-25 12:07:28
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
I would just be utterly confused. Assuming I'd be able to see photos and videos of us together, I'd be frustrated that I can't actually recognise them even though I so obviously know them.
Guest
2021-01-25 12:07:27
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes
Guest
2021-01-25 12:07:27
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Exasperated & upset
Guest
2021-01-25 12:06:05
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes, because dementia victims do not deserve to be marginalised from the very society they contributed to in their prime, and because they got dementia through no fault of their own (though in general no one should be marginalised from society of course)
Guest
2021-01-25 12:06:05
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Really sad and troubled given that theses faces and voices have become familiar to us growing up and hold significant meaning.
Guest
2021-01-25 12:06:05
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
YES!
Guest
2021-01-25 12:06:05
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
lost, terrified and pretty helpless
Guest
2021-01-25 12:02:33
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes
Guest
2021-01-25 12:02:33
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
nothing, because I don't remember them anyway
Guest
2021-01-25 12:02:32
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes! I want them to feel like they are a part of the community. I want them to feel validated in their own home grown, Singapore! They are ultimately the people who shaped Singapore into what we are today!
Guest
2021-01-25 12:02:32
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
I will feel very lonely and rejected every where. This is because I will not know who are the people who care about me. This will thus make me feel alone and without anyone to share my feelings.
Guest
2021-01-25 12:02:31
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Of course!
Guest
2021-01-25 12:02:31
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Depressed
Guest
2021-01-25 11:59:03
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes!
Guest
2021-01-25 11:59:03
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Sad, confused
Guest
2021-01-23 21:48:53
I think there needs to be allied health professionals supporting the bistro operations, e.g. occupational therapists to assess what tasks each individual is suited to do.
Guest
2021-01-22 11:51:16
Really like this idea because I feel the elderly are actually very able to contribute to society but nobody really gives them the opportunity to. I'm assuming that capital is not a problem here and just focusing on the operations of the bistro.
I believe there are ways to curb forgetfulness, for instance if they write the orders down on paper assuming a simple menu. Alternatively, customers may place the order themselves, and the elderly can be in charge of other less memory intensive related work, such as serving. There should be special features in the bistro to help the elderly with their tasks, for e.g. regular reminders.
Consider hiring teenagers (e.g. those who have just finished A levels and are looking for a part time job) to partner and work alongside with the elderly. Also, the bistro should probably be located somewhere not so busy (not CBD, perhaps in the heartlands) to give the elderly time to learn and train.
Can also try to consider playing to the strengths of the elderly. I feel they're good at telling stories or cooking home-made meals. These elements can be incorporated as part of the bistro, perhaps by allowing the elderly to show off their culinary skills or share their stories as a form of entertainment.
Guest
2021-01-22 11:34:25
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes
Guest
2021-01-22 11:34:25
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Lost
Guest
2021-01-22 11:33:57
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
I work with the elderly and many of my clients have mild cognitive impairment or dementia, so YES!
Guest
2021-01-22 11:33:57
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
I'd feel like I'm losing a part of me.
Guest
2021-01-22 11:33:56
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes, they are part of our society and deserve to be treated fairly
Guest
2021-01-22 11:33:56
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Very sad and devastated
Guest
2021-01-22 11:33:56
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes, they are part of our society and deserve to be treated fairly
Guest
2021-01-22 11:33:56
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Very sad and devastated
Guest
2021-01-22 11:33:55
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Definitely!
Guest
2021-01-22 11:33:55
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Would feel depressed and uncertain, dont even know what is going on anymore
Guest
2021-01-22 11:23:55
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Of coz
Guest
2021-01-22 11:23:55
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
IDUNNO :( Sad
Guest
2021-01-21 10:38:17
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Of course! I strongly believe that everyone, as long as they don't do any harm, would be accepted and be a part of our community. People with dementia didn't choose to have dementia. The community should definitely reach out and provide them with all the love and care we possibly can, because they need it more than we do.
Guest
2021-01-21 10:38:17
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Honestly, I wouldn’t know how to feel. How could I put myself into their shoes when I have not experienced it? I dare not even think about it. I do think that dementia is one of the most heartbreaking illnesses out there, 'losing' not just your loved ones but yourself as well. I could only think that there would be absolutely no point in living when I can't recognise/remember anything or anyone that I love.
Guest
2021-01-21 10:38:16
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
yes
Guest
2021-01-21 10:38:16
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
lost
Guest
2021-01-20 16:51:29
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Obviously yes, they are still people who have value (like everyone) and being accepted back to the society despite the woah dementia people cannot carry out normal livelihood like other people thoughts. It is great that this website had so much projects and are helping the hidden pains of society back to our community.
Guest
2021-01-20 16:51:29
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Feels so lost and its depressing and upsetting when you forget the ones you love, so i always try to help my family out and spend time with them just cherishing the times because of the uncertainties in life.
Guest
2021-01-20 16:51:29
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Obviously yes, they are still people who have value (like everyone) and being accepted back to the society despite the woah dementia people cannot carry out normal livelihood like other people thoughts. It is great that this website had so much projects and are helping the hidden pains of society back to our community.
Guest
2021-01-20 16:51:29
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Feels so lost and its depressing and upsetting when you forget the ones you love, so i always try to help my family out and spend time with them just cherishing the times because of the uncertainties in life.
Guest
2021-01-20 13:35:14
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes, they are still people of value/worth
Guest
2021-01-20 13:35:14
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Frustrated by myself and scared, lonely
Guest
2021-01-19 10:23:49
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
yes of course, they are still important.
Guest
2021-01-19 10:23:49
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
pretty upset and disappointed with myself
Guest
2021-01-19 10:23:48
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes most definitely!
Guest
2021-01-19 10:23:48
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Very very sad
Guest
2021-01-19 10:23:48
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes definitely , all human beings are equal and should be treated the same.
Guest
2021-01-19 10:23:48
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
It will be devastated and sad .
Guest
2021-01-19 10:23:47
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Be Unity
Guest
2021-01-19 10:23:47
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
sad
Guest
2021-01-19 10:23:47
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes because we are an inclusive community
Guest
2021-01-19 10:23:47
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Lonely and lost but will not stop trying to communicate with my loved ones
Guest
2021-01-19 10:23:47
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes because everyone is at risk of dementia and I want our community to be inclusive to everyone.
Guest
2021-01-19 10:23:47
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
I would feel sad and lonely. However, I will keep trying for my loved ones to remember me.
Guest
2021-01-19 10:23:47
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes it is important and this idea is similar to a television program in China which has met with huge success
Guest
2021-01-19 10:23:47
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
I would feel a bit lost and discouraged but I will keep trying my best.
Guest
2021-01-15 11:37:53
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Of course! Everyone deserves to be part of a community. In fact, research has shown that social inclusion and integrated care communities dementia patients do improve their quality of life and experience
Guest
2021-01-15 11:37:53
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Terrified & Helpless. But I think it also goes beyond just the emotional helplessness. As many dementia patients not only face memory loss but a potential inability to do basic everyday activities.
Guest
2021-01-15 00:05:44
Nil. But I did want to explain why I voted no to eating at a cafe or bistro where people with dementia worked at. Personally, on a good day I would not mind but if I had a bad day or just a generally unhappy day and I come to the eatery to eat where the staff keep on forgetting my orders, I would feel even more irritated and I fear that I may show my anger or irritable towards them. This will hurt them and I will feel apologetic for it too. But the moment of hurt can never be taken back. I do not want to put myself or others in such a situation.
Guest
2021-01-15 00:05:44
Nil. But I did want to explain why I voted no to eating at a cafe or bistro where people with dementia worked at. Personally, on a good day I would not mind but if I had a bad day or just a generally unhappy day and I come to the eatery to eat where the staff keep on forgetting my orders, I would feel even more irritated and I fear that I may show my anger or irritable towards them. This will hurt them and I will feel apologetic for it too. But the moment of hurt can never be taken back. I do not want to put myself or others in such a situation.
Guest
2021-01-15 00:05:43
Nil. But I did want to explain why I voted no to eating at a cafe or bistro where people with dementia worked at. Personally, on a good day I would not mind but if I had a bad day or just a generally unhappy day and I come to the eatery to eat where the staff keep on forgetting my orders, I would feel even more irritated and I fear that I may show my anger or irritable towards them. This will hurt them and I will feel apologetic for it too. But the moment of hurt can never be taken back. I do not want to put myself or others in such a situation.
Guest
2021-01-15 00:05:43
Nil. But I did want to explain why I voted no to eating at a cafe or bistro where people with dementia worked at. Personally, on a good day I would not mind but if I had a bad day or just a generally unhappy day and I come to the eatery to eat where the staff keep on forgetting my orders, I would feel even more irritated and I fear that I may show my anger or irritable towards them. This will hurt them and I will feel apologetic for it too. But the moment of hurt can never be taken back. I do not want to put myself or others in such a situation.
Guest
2021-01-15 00:05:43
Nil. But I did want to explain why I voted no to eating at a cafe or bistro where people with dementia worked at. Personally, on a good day I would not mind but if I had a bad day or just a generally unhappy day and I come to the eatery to eat where the staff keep on forgetting my orders, I would feel even more irritated and I fear that I may show my anger or irritable towards them. This will hurt them and I will feel apologetic for it too. But the moment of hurt can never be taken back. I do not want to put myself or others in such a situation.
Guest
2021-01-15 00:05:42
Nil. But I did want to explain why I voted no to eating at a cafe or bistro where people with dementia worked at. Personally, on a good day I would not mind but if I had a bad day or just a generally unhappy day and I come to the eatery to eat where the staff keep on forgetting my orders, I would feel even more irritated and I fear that I may show my anger or irritable towards them. This will hurt them and I will feel apologetic for it too. But the moment of hurt can never be taken back. I do not want to put myself or others in such a situation.
Guest
2021-01-15 00:05:41
Nil. But I did want to explain why I voted no to eating at a cafe or bistro where people with dementia worked at. Personally, on a good day I would not mind but if I had a bad day or just a generally unhappy day and I come to the eatery to eat where the staff keep on forgetting my orders, I would feel even more irritated and I fear that I may show my anger or irritable towards them. This will hurt them and I will feel apologetic for it too. But the moment of hurt can never be taken back. I do not want to put myself or others in such a situation.
Guest
2021-01-15 00:05:40
Nil. But I did want to explain why I voted no to eating at a cafe or bistro where people with dementia worked at. Personally, on a good day I would not mind but if I had a bad day or just a generally unhappy day and I come to the eatery to eat where the staff keep on forgetting my orders, I would feel even more irritated and I fear that I may show my anger or irritable towards them. This will hurt them and I will feel apologetic for it too. But the moment of hurt can never be taken back. I do not want to put myself or others in such a situation.
Guest
2021-01-14 11:27:49
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes
Guest
2021-01-14 11:27:49
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
I think I would feel like i’m a burden and perhaps even embarrassed if it hinders me from doing things
joshua t
2021-01-13 16:00:27
Hey Memento! It's heartening to see your desire for change that meets the needs of a largely forgotten community. A few points of feedback, if you don't mind.
1) You state that your aim is to raise awareness and education of persons with dementia, so as to better integrate them into society, and your mechanism of change is an active aging program and activity that takes the form of gainful employment at a bistro. It's helpful to begin with the recognition that the F&B industry is notorious for razor-thin margins and demanding clientele. This means that your project will require a fairly large amount of start-up capital that i'm not sure YAC is able to provide. Do you have alternative sources of capital, and would it be helpful to consider other modes of active aging that has a lower risk but equal reward?
2) It might be meaningful to seek partnerships with other organisations that are already doing senior-focused work! Empower Ageing is one such charity that is very focused on helping seniors to age well, with both immediate and aspirational outcomes built into their program design. Are you in partnerships with any such organisations?
joshua t
2021-01-13 16:00:25
Hey Memento! It's heartening to see your desire for change that meets the needs of a largely forgotten community. A few points of feedback, if you don't mind.
1) You state that your aim is to raise awareness and education of persons with dementia, so as to better integrate them into society, and your mechanism of change is an active aging program and activity that takes the form of gainful employment at a bistro. It's helpful to begin with the recognition that the F&B industry is notorious for razor-thin margins and demanding clientele. This means that your project will require a fairly large amount of start-up capital that i'm not sure YAC is able to provide. Do you have alternative sources of capital, and would it be helpful to consider other modes of active aging that has a lower risk but equal reward?
2) It might be meaningful to seek partnerships with other organisations that are already doing senior-focused work! Empower Ageing is one such charity that is very focused on helping seniors to age well, with both immediate and aspirational outcomes built into their program design. Are you in partnerships with any such organisations?
Guest
2021-01-13 15:35:27
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Of course, without a doubt. They deserve no less than what we deserve.
Guest
2021-01-13 15:35:27
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Guilty and devastated to lose my loved ones even without losing them. It will honestly be my worst nightmare.
Guest
2021-01-12 18:49:48
You could look into aiding them to integrate into the community as well. Helping the public to empathise with them could also improve the perception on them as well.
Guest
2021-01-12 17:04:10
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes
Guest
2021-01-12 17:04:10
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Sad and terrible
Guest
2021-01-11 14:38:45
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Yes, we need to work towards a more integrated society
Guest
2021-01-11 14:38:45
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Would feel disconnected and isolated
Guest
2021-01-07 19:08:57
To first run a pilot before scaling it up. To also consider consulting geriatricians and caregivers of persons with dementia prior to hiring them as there’re different types and severities of dementia and they might be at different stages? Perhaps also to consult employers / this company in particular regarding flexi working hours, remunerations and scheduling.
Guest
2021-01-02 23:41:09
1) There is already an existing cafe called "ADAcafe" by the Alzheimer's Disease Association in Toa Payoh that was opened in 2016. How will your cafe be different?
2) In addition, the existing ADAcafe focused on people with young-onset dementia as they are often too young to retire. It appears that your project is focusing on people who are more elderly, and may be more physically frail. Is a cafe the best activity to integrate them into society past their retirement age, when work is usually deemed to be a stressful activity?
3) Lastly, you may want to consider that there have been many changes to the F&B industry due to Covid-19. Is exposing persons with dementia in a dining setting worth the benefits that this cafe hopes to bring?
Marie Lam
2020-12-22 10:19:31
In response to "Would you want persons with dementia to feel accepted and be a part of our community?"
Of course!!
Marie Lam
2020-12-22 10:19:31
In response to "How would you feel if you could not recognise the face and voice of your loved ones?"
Really heartbroken ??
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