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What is the primary focus of the FOUNDATION COURSE?
What is the primary focus of the FOUNDATION COURSE?
Captain Albert is the CEO of Age Friendly Business®.
Captain Albert is the CEO of Age Friendly Business®.
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What unique feature was attached to the menu for easier reading?
What unique feature was attached to the menu for easier reading?
What does the entire fleet of ships display as part of their commitment to service excellence?
What does the entire fleet of ships display as part of their commitment to service excellence?
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Empathy is our most powerful tool in creating a supportive and __________ community.
Empathy is our most powerful tool in creating a supportive and __________ community.
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The cruise line is a part of the Age-Friendly Business Alliance.
The cruise line is a part of the Age-Friendly Business Alliance.
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What safety features did Pearl mention having in the bathrooms?
What safety features did Pearl mention having in the bathrooms?
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Who portrays the role of the course narrator?
Who portrays the role of the course narrator?
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Renu appreciates clear announcements on the PA system and information being repeated __________.
Renu appreciates clear announcements on the PA system and information being repeated __________.
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All staff members on the ship have not completed the Age-Friendly Business Foundation course.
All staff members on the ship have not completed the Age-Friendly Business Foundation course.
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Which feature helps Renu read the labels on shampoo and conditioner bottles?
Which feature helps Renu read the labels on shampoo and conditioner bottles?
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What is Captain Albert's view of his team's learning since joining the alliance?
What is Captain Albert's view of his team's learning since joining the alliance?
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Match the individuals with their respective roles or quotes:
Match the individuals with their respective roles or quotes:
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Match the guests with their comments on the cruise.
Match the guests with their comments on the cruise.
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All crew staff look at Renu directly when they speak to her.
All crew staff look at Renu directly when they speak to her.
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What should Martin share with the MS associations?
What should Martin share with the MS associations?
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What method do chefs use to reduce salt and sugar in recipes?
What method do chefs use to reduce salt and sugar in recipes?
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Captain Albert is indifferent about the staff's improved morale.
Captain Albert is indifferent about the staff's improved morale.
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What impact does genuine customer care have on a business's bottom line?
What impact does genuine customer care have on a business's bottom line?
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Richard appreciates the lever door handles because they are easier to ______.
Richard appreciates the lever door handles because they are easier to ______.
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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
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What should team members challenge according to Captain Albert?
What should team members challenge according to Captain Albert?
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Successful people are always looking for opportunities to help others.
Successful people are always looking for opportunities to help others.
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What is the most important message shared by Captain Albert?
What is the most important message shared by Captain Albert?
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What is emphasized as the journey that individuals must undertake according to the course?
What is emphasized as the journey that individuals must undertake according to the course?
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Changing how we serve an aging society is considered an insignificant task.
Changing how we serve an aging society is considered an insignificant task.
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What small actions can lead to great changes in society according to Vincent van Gogh?
What small actions can lead to great changes in society according to Vincent van Gogh?
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Recognizing how your actions affect the ________ can drive meaningful change.
Recognizing how your actions affect the ________ can drive meaningful change.
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Match the concepts with their descriptions:
Match the concepts with their descriptions:
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Which of the following does NOT contribute to effective service for older adults?
Which of the following does NOT contribute to effective service for older adults?
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Every individual has a role to play in changing perceptions about aging.
Every individual has a role to play in changing perceptions about aging.
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What is a key attitude to adopt for supporting older adults?
What is a key attitude to adopt for supporting older adults?
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Study Notes
Foundation Course: Captain Albert
- Course Description: Designed for professionals and businesses serving older adults.
- Aims to enhance understanding of age-friendly service provision, respecting and supporting the needs of older adults.
- Includes practical examples and actionable tips to offer compassionate and responsive engagement to mature clientele.
Welcome
- Quote: "Empathy is our most powerful tool in creating a supportive and inclusive community." - Rhonda Latreille, CEO, Age Friendly Business®, Canada
Meet Captain Albert
- Captain Albert's Role: Captain of a Mediterranean cruise ship.
- Cruise Line Commitment: Entire fleet of ships committed to becoming members of Age-Friendly Business Alliance.
- Staff Training: Staff members have completed the Age-Friendly Business Foundation course.
- Service Excellence Display: Each ship proudly displays the Age-Friendly Business Alliance, purple wave of service excellence.
- Staff Morale: Captain Albert is proud of the team's commitment to an age-friendly environment; staff morale has increased.
The Cruisers Meet!
- Participants: Renu, Richard, Pearl, Mary, Martin, and Elaine (and perhaps Paul and Keisha).
- Setting: Formal dining room onboard a cruise ship.
- Observations: Participants commenting on the exceptional service, environment, and experience.
Martin and Renu
- Physical Accessibility: Martin discussed switching travel agents and praised the wheelchair accessibility of the cruise and excursions.
- Communication: Renu appreciated the clarity and repetition of announcements on the PA system; valuing being spoken to directly by staff and having clear instructions in writing; positive feedback for extra large letters at the shampoo and conditioner bottles.
Pearl, Mary, and Richard
- Safety and Fall Prevention: Pearl, Mary, and Richard appreciated features like safe vestibules and grab bars in dining rooms and bathrooms, plus non-skid surfaces.
- A comment about being able to avoid obstacles for her mother's safety.
- Sensory Changes: Mary praised the food's taste, mentioning the reduced salt and sugar, and the availability of salt substitutes.
Captain Albert Reflects
- Role of Team Members: Captain Albert is proud of their commitment to an age-friendly environment.
- Staff Recognition: Staff recognize the need to understand age-related personal life changes and challenges.
- Improved Knowledge They are now better equipped to serve older adults.
Reflection Invitation
- Quote: "Successful people are always looking for opportunities to help others. Unsuccessful people are always asking 'what's in it for me'." - Brian Tracy
- Community Impact: Participants are encouraged to reflect on how their work impacts communities and their own customer service experience.
Foundation Course: Learning Summary
- Ongoing Journey: Recognizing the importance of creating supportive and inclusive environments for older adults.
- Community Impact: Actions affect the community.
- Teamwork: Important for overcoming challenges; collaboration is valued.
- Age-Friendly Environments: Recognition of the importance; improves morale and customers' satisfaction.
Additional principles:
- Challenge stereotypes of aging: Reflect on harmful or dismissive assumptions.
- Understand customers deeply: Service should be genuinely effective.
- Small details matter: Simple changes significantly improve the experience.
- Prioritize comfort/convenience: Enhance the environment through features like good lighting and magnification.
- Train Staff: Age-friendly staff practices improve service quality.
- Value teamwork: Motivation improves customer experience.
- Partnerships: Age-friendly Business Allinace improves service.
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Test your knowledge about the Age-Friendly Business Foundation course and its implementation. This quiz covers key concepts, features, and the insights shared by team members, enhancing the understanding of age-friendly practices in the cruise industry.
