Turkish Cafe Opens With Only Down’s 

Syndrome Employees

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Saruhan Singen, whose daughter suffers from Down’s syndrome, opened the cafe in Istanbul, where all the employees are those with the same mental condition

Matt Payton – Tue, Jun 23, 2015

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When we talk of attempting a mature approach to a once shunned medical condition - this could be the perfect example.
Saruhan Singen, whose daughter suffers from Down’s syndrome, opened the cafe where all the employees are those with the same condition.
The Down Cafe opened its doors in 2011 in one the well-off neighbourhoods of Istanbul.
It employs staff between the ages of 18 and 25 and is aimed at giving them back their self-confidence and their independence.
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Mr Singen said: ‘I have Sezil and I think she has been a gift to me to understand others like her.
‘Improved medical care is absolutely essential for these special kids but it is more important that we must do everything possible to help them live more independent and fulfilling lives.’
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According to Singen, when the cafe first opened in 2011, business was slow as potential customers hesitated to enter.

Those who did enter the cafe appeared aloof but, once the initial surprise wore off, they started to appreciate the ambiance.

The employees work alternately and receive a monthly salary. Open from 9 to 5 on weekdays, the cafe can host a total of 40 customers.