During the challenge, we made plans on expanding our communications to another language to help community members feel more at home when filling out forms, etc. The Ah ha! Moment came when we realized we could do that with the dogs and cats too. We are now paying attention to the language spoken in the home of surrendered animals so we can help ease their transition to the shelter in yet another way - by using or playing the language they are used to.
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Misty Valenta
Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter
5129433597
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Original Message:
Sent: 04-28-2022 12:16 PM
From: Kelly Clardy
Subject: Any "Aha! Moments" from the Open Arms Challenge?
Hello Open Arms Challenge Participants!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Open Arms Challenge and opened your arms and hearts to more adopters, volunteers and community members! We know it was hard work, and we appreciate you!
Now we want to know: did you have an "Aha Moment" during this Challenge? Did you get a flash of inspiration while you were planning your new policies or programs? Or maybe you had a 'eureka' moment during the Challenge itself or while you were reviewing your data to submit your participation report? Let us know – we'd love to hear all about it!
Cheers,
Kelly
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Kelly Clardy
Grants Manager
Maddie's Fund
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