10Public Comment
From: arnmiraadler@sbcgloba1.
Sent: Wednesday, June 9, 2021 2:09 PM
To: Public Comment
Subject: Creative Identity: CDBG FY 21/22
Dear Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council:
This is written in strong support of Creative Identity's application for a Community Development Block Grant.
I have, for nearly ten years, observed first hand the excellent quality and variety of offerings this day program for adults
with developmental challenges provides. Through various forms of art, this unique and welcoming program provides:
collective tasks
Pre -vocational skill development
Social skill and relationship development
Dignity and self esteem through experiencing success in person selected, self-imposed individual and
Individualized assessment and planning by highly experienced and qualified professionals
Performance opportunities with family, friends, and the community as their audience (except during
COVID-19 health guidelines)
These and other goals are accomplished through the excellent variety of scheduled offerings. The administrative and
teaching staff are both highly qualified and totally committed to the agency and the people it serves.
Creative Identity is one of many agencies which has experienced a funding cut over the last fiscal year. They have great
need for the support this grant provides. If awarded, the funds would be used meticulously, and the citizens who attend
this program would benefit to the maximum.
As a board certified music therapist with 47 years of experience, including serving persons with intellectual challenges, I
respectfully ask that you award a CDBG to this highly deserving and ethical program, which produces measurable results
for those who attend.
Sincerely
Roberta S. Adler, MT -BC
Owner/Director
Mobile Music Therapy Services of Orange County
13171 Coleman Place
Garden Grove, CA 92843
(
www.mobilemusictherapy.com