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FROM : Chapel Hill Parks u Recreation FAX NO * ; Oct . 10 2O0F3 11 : 57At1 P3 <br /> 230 <br /> community not be isolated from their peers during recreational pursuits . A principle focus of our <br /> research efforts has been the positive benefits that are achieved when children of all abilities can <br /> participate together in community recreational activities . It is important that all children feel a <br /> part of their community and are able to participate in activiti m es with their families and peers . <br /> Inclusive recreational activities help enhance self-esteem among individuals with disabilities , <br /> promote understanding and acceptance among peers , improve socialization skills , and prevent <br /> disruptions in the family' s daily routine . All participants benefit from the exchange . An <br /> accessible, therapeutically heated pool at -lomestead Park will greatly improve the quality of life <br /> for our citizens by promoting optimal health, fostering understanding, and allowing positive <br /> social interactions among a broader range of populations . <br /> We appreciate your time and effort in• this matter, and we hope that you will consider funding <br /> jj1Vj y .s / a +tee ,.. a . . r . � �► ♦ ♦ A � � ���• q ins r o�• • • � <br /> ytv� �: �. �r L = Ahappy W 3�5r�S ► ua Fiiiy ri+ ..y �iO .Sai to #� �aaf3aa 4uJ p . S�rvJ��. need ln. ::t... <br /> community. <br /> Sincerely, S <br /> Q4cr�. K • �� <br /> Anna Edwards, MPT An a Rosenberg, Dr T Debbie Thorpe, PT, PhD, _ CS <br /> CC : Poonam Pande, PhD <br /> Susan A,ttermeier, PT, PhD <br /> . . . • r• . :q;i • , ?G • t. .d : . t• ti ,n.. v + 4. 5• a , rl• .>. r�'Y:\ . n. r`: . •SS - r ?i;-},o + . •aa 5• Fr+� p• , x'i . ., tT • . r sa . * t. . . <br />