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When homeless folks come in and have a coffee at A&W, they香蕉视频直播檙e welcome to stay as long as they like in order to stay warm.
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Most of the homeless folks who come to the restaurant want to pay for their own coffee, and then get the free refills offered after that.
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There was an incident involving someone coming in from outside and starting an altercation 香蕉视频直播� he thinks maybe a drug dealer. He called police to get rid of him.
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He and his staff were moved when they received a big Christmas card thanking them for their kindness, signed by The Homeless Family.
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The kindness has inspired other customers at A&W. A selection of toques were brought in that the restaurant could distribute. Someone saw one of the homeless people drawing, so the customer brought in colouring materials to donate.
Pagdunzolan said he香蕉视频直播檚 spoken to staff about making sure the homeless customers are treated like anyone else, that their perspective is considered.
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