Debra Williams  
CopperTree Inc.

Before working on sewing the poly sample bags. Deb never knew how to sew. Learning how to sew has been a difficult experience for Deb. Not only was this a totally new job for her, but she was very nervous and anxious about having to sew over and over again for months, until she was comfortable sewing. She needed a lot of staff support and encouragement for her to continue to try to do this. Deb needs to know that she is doing a good job and worries whether she is doing her job correctly.

On top of all this, the staff was unaware that Deb had cataracts and must have been having a difficult time seeing. But Deb never complained or said anything to staff about her vision continuously declining. She just continued to work on improving her sewing each day, until she was able to sew on her own. We just recently learned that Deb had cataracts and has just had one removed, and will be getting the other one done soon. Deb has really shown that she is a dedicated employee by striving to achieve this sewing job. Deb also has proven to be a dedicated employee by attending work during inclement weather when many other do not.