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That's an interesting question
We did not put residents names
At their dining spots at tables
However we did put their names in large print by their rooms if they got confused as to where the room was

It all depends on how strict HIPPA laws are in your area and what the management thinks

You might want to put a flower or other symbol by their spot and tell them there spot is by the Red flower for example

Choose any symbol you want
Something they will remember or you can give them the matching one if needed

Try a napkin in their favorite color.

Our lodge puts names on the edge of the table, facing their chairs. We also put their name and picture on their room door. We do this with all residents. I'm in Canada but rules to protect their personal information may be different where you are. We also find this helpful to know quickly who is missing at meal times.

I would think if every resident had their name at their table setting it would be ok as long as every one is treated the same way. A small cute place card should be ok. Talk with you Executive Director about this and come with a place card sample. In our facility residents have a choice to sit any where they want to for meals but the majority sit at the same place every meal.