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Spring Appeal 2010

What do Joan Duncan and Ed
Washington have in common?

Joan Duncan took the time to express her gratitude to the staff in the Low Vision Clinic using her new Clovernook writing pad. Her words capture the essence of what we do and how we do it: "...it's a joy to be able to read the mail myself and not have to wait for family to find time to read it to me...I work Sudoku puzzles and my ability to see them was failing...you provided me with a powerful magnifier at NO cost to me...what a change and relief."

Cooking is a passion for Ed Washington. His low vision and difficulty finding a job began to affect his quality of life. He connected to Clovernook. Our team of professionals in Community Employment Services designed a process which blended job coaching, certification and eventual emplyment. (Pictured left is Ed Washington and Job Coach, Kevin Lane.)

Joan and Ed are two examples of the many people that are connecting for the right
resource - one that meets their need. A positive response to this appeal will help
Clovernook continue to do what we do best - help people who are blind or visually
impaired, including those with additional disabilities enjoy their independence.
There are many great nonprofits in our community allowing for a wide variety of
charitable giving choices. Please consider Clovernook Center for a donation - any
level will be appreciated and invested wisely.

"Clovernook remains on my charitable giving list because of the way they go about fulfilling their mission. I love the fact that Clovernook is privately funded, not to mention the wonderful employment opportunities they provide to the visually impaired community. It feels good to give to Clovernook."

-Robert T. Kay

"It feels good knowing I have a positive impact on the visually impaired community through my volunteer role as a Trustee, as well as being a donor. It is easy to gift Clovernook through a security exchange or cash donation. I know that my donations are spent wisely on mission support."

-Frances D. Cohen

"Since volunteering at Clovernook many years ago, it has held a special place in our hearts. Clovernook has certainly changed the lives, for the better, of many visually impaired people. Donating to Clovernook will help perpetuate their magnificent work."

-Philomena and Charles F. Miller

"By attending Clovernook's Low Vision Support Group, I am able to connect with people who are going through the same thing that I am. It feels good to know that because of the group, my confidence has grown and that I can face any situation."

-Shirley Blackmore

"For many years, I have read a number of your books and magazines that you print. I wish to thank one and all for the wonderful work you do in order to give blind people, such as myself, the independence to live normal and useful lives."

-Patrick Mulvey

"With your help to buy the "AMIGO" Reader, I can now read the newspaper and other printed materials. The "AMIGO" does all of the things that your professionals told me it would do. Thank you!"

- Ken Thiergartner