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DocuSign Envelope ID:70E97245-CBDE-4A68-90A8-9FB875F7C092 <br /> June 1, 2017 <br /> Dear Committee, <br /> I am writing to show my support for Dawn Hummer and her proposed project. I believe that Dawn's <br /> project will Bneat|y benefit the Orange County community. I am a social worker with Orange County <br /> Department on Aging and host our memory cafes.Our goal is to provide enriching opportunities for <br /> community members living with dementia and their loved ones. Dawn hosted a Saori Weaving <br /> workshop for our participants in March and it was our best attended café to date. <br /> Dawn was absolutely amazing in her ability to connect with all participants (those living with dementia <br /> and family members). Dawn is a patient and engaging instructor and our participants were enthusiastic <br /> to experience weaving at the looms. Dawn's guidance and facilitation encouraged participation, even <br /> from some of our more hesitant attendees. By the end of the workshop folks did not want to leave.They <br /> were gushing about how marvelous their experience was and how much fun they had. We received <br /> feedback from participants and long-time volunteers that this workshop was a hit. Family members <br /> shared how much it meant to do something so accessible for both themselves and their loved one. They <br /> also shared how much they appreciated Dawn's instruction and that she set a tone that allowed all <br /> participants to be comfortable. <br /> I hope the committee considers full funding of Dawn's proposal. I know there is much interest in Dawn's <br /> return to the memory café. I am also aware of how popular Dawn's weaving program has been at the <br /> senior center and that many folks will benefit from the opportunity to learn from such a patient and <br /> dynamic instructor. <br /> With utmost support, <br /> �-�«o y _7 °f�,J� <br /> ^�",^ ��LJ����B-�^0p /�/mw <br /> Kim Lamon-Loperfido, MSW, 15W, MPH <br /> AFA Certified Dementia Care Partner <br /> Social Worker II—OC CARES <br /> Orange County Department on Aging <br /> 2551 Homestead Road | Chapel Hill, NC 27516 <br /> Phone: 919.245.4253| Fax: 919.968.2017 <br />