Testimonies – Holiday Caroling Festivities:

From: Mike Pinera-lead guitarist, singer, songwriter from Iron Butterfly, Blues Image (song Ride Captain

Ride), Alice Cooper Sent: 11-12-2012 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: 2010 & 2011 LAHCF experience:

“We recently performed a concert for 500,000 people, yet it didn’t compare with the joy my wife Valerie and I felt

when we entered the lobby of the retirement center and a radiant, smiling lady in a wheelchair said to us “welcome

back I recognize you from last year, so happy you’re here!” The nurse next to her added “she is 102 years old isn’t

she something?” Then to see the smiling faces of the carolers looking like one big happy family, I thought “this is

what Christmas and the holiday season is all about.

From: Randy W. Sparks, M.F.C.S.-Residence Director-Reed House-Denison, IA Sent: 12-30-2012

To: Vincent J. Leinen and all of the participants of the 5th Annual Denison Christmas Caroling Festivities;

Subject: 5th Annual Denison CCF-12-06-2012

I want to take this time to personally thank you all for a job well done. This was my first experience with the Denison

Christmas Carolers. My staff shared with me how much the residents enjoy this annual festivity and how much effort

by so many volunteers who give unselfishly of their time is put into this event. It was an awesome experience; one

which I will continue to talk about for many years within the aging community.

The joy on the faces of the residents was heart-warming and one I will remember for a lifetime. As a gerontologist, I

understand how important it is to the aging population to listen to music and the singing of songs they have heard

and enjoyed throughout their lifetime; especially those with dementia as they are able to engage in the childhood

memories which brings a smile to their face as they find peace within those memories which include loved ones from

their past. Most all of us are familiar with the traditional Christmas songs and the magic of Christmastime, and

through the experience shared with the Denison Christmas Carolers, aging adults are provided with an unforgettable

evening of socialization and engagement.

This was such a great way to start the holiday and the residents continue to share how much they enjoyed their

evening. I wish you all the best for the New Year and I look forward to the 6th Annual Denison Christmas Caroling

Festivities. Thank you all once again for giving so much to the aging adults that reside within the many facilities

throughout Denison, Iowa. I encourage you to continue to grow nationwide so more residents living within assisted

living facilities and nursing homes may experience this joy at Christmastime. Sincerely,

From: Vera Zakuto-Fairwinds-West Hills-Program Director- 8138 Woodlake Ave, West Hills, CA Sent: December 05, 2011 To: Vincent Leinen - “I have no words to express the excitement that your program put in my residents face. Even the ones that never gets out of their chairs were dancing and singing. They are saying that so far it was the best entertainment they had in here. Your carolers, musicians and every single person that was part this amazing program need to know how grateful they all are. Thanks for bringing so much joy to them” Sincerely

From: Ronda Rosch-Denison Care Center, Denison, IA.-Activity Director Sent: 12-31-2012 To: Vincent J.

Leinen- Subject: 2012 or 5th Annual Denison Christmas Caroling Festivities: THANKS for the Wonderful

Caroling at the Care Center again this year! All the Residents were singing and some have not that in a long time!

You made their Christmas one to remember! Please let others know that they have given all of us at the Care Center

a special gift..a gift from the heart!

From: Carl Verheyen- acclaimed guitarist for Supertramp & Carl Verheyen band Dec. 2011- “I've been all over the world this year and coming home to the Caroling festivities with Vincent and the gang is always the perfect year-end feel good event. I wouldn't miss it.”

From: Johnny “The Jet” Rodgers, winner of the 1972 Heisman Trophy, voted Nebraska’s “Player of the

Century,” and member of Sports Illustrated’s NCAA Football All-Century Team To: V. Leinen Subject: 2010 &

2012 Omaha HCF- “I like to attend and support the event, since many of the residents in senior care centers were

my fans while playing football at University of Nebraska at Lincoln. I grew up and grew old with those folks that were

avid Nebraska football fans dedicated to support and build the Nebraska football program and stadium.”

From: Ruby Virgen- Activities Director- Hallmark West Hills-Canoga Park, CA Sent: December 05, 2011

To: Vincent Leinen & Carolers- I would like to say Thank you to all of you who came out and performed for our

residents, I as well as my residents were overwhelmed with emotion. We were playing Bingo and the residents were

talking about how wonderful the show was and one resident said that she had tears in her eyes when you all sang

Ave Maria. I wish you guys a very Happy Holiday, I will never forget this day and I know my residents won’t either.

We are looking forward to next year and more. So again ThankYou!! , Happy Holidays!

From: Michael Seifert-West Hill Health & Rehab Ctr.- Administrator- Canoga Park, CA.Sent: 12-05, 2011

To: V. Leinen Subject: T-you note to holiday carolers-2011 LAHCF- Thank you Vincent for a fun day. The resident, families and staff would like to extend a gracious Thank You to all the participants who made it such a special event. Not often do our residents see so much thoughtfulness and caring on this type of huge scale. We thank you for many years of wonderful caroling and look forward to many more. Sincerely

From: Sally Ganem-Nebraska’s First Lady (wife of Gov. Dave Heineman)-Nov. 2010- “This annual Holiday

Caroling event is another great example of how Nebraskans care and give,” said alumni caroler “Whenever we give,

we receive back much more.”

From: Hal Daub-Nebraska Board of Regents District 8, former Mayor of Omaha and U.S. Congressman-Dec..

2007-“Vincent gets it — laughter and music lift us all, and this is especially true for the holiday season for those in

confined locations who depend upon the skilled professionals and community volunteers coming together to truly

make a difference. Mary and I are looking forward to this annual celebration of care giving that captures the idea that

it’s better to give than to receive.

From: Ted Greenberg- Executive Director Wilshire Retirement Center – Fallbrook-Canoga Park, CA Sent:

December 05, 2005 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: Thank You-Vincent; Last night's show was one of the finest I

have seen in 17 years in this profession. The quality of the entertainers was top notch. Our

residents were overwhelmed with the entire show. It is nice to see, that there are so many fine entertainers, who are

willing to donate their time to add some joy to our seniors. Looking forward to next year's 25th anniversary show.

Thank you again.

From: Lisa Haley & the Zydekats - fiddle player; 2008 Grammy nominee “Best Zydeco or Cajun Album”

Sent: 12-04-2012 To: V. Leinen Subject: Thank you from Lisa Haley & the Zydekats!- 2012 or 31st Annual

LAHCF - Dear Vincent: Thank you so much! for including us in your most wonderful Holiday Caroling

festivities! You really get me in the mood for Christmas every year! We had a great time - I look forward to

doing it again! Love and please travel safe,

From: Lisa Haley: fiddle player; 2008 Grammy nominee “Best Zydeco or Cajun Album” Sent: 12-04- 2009 To: Vincent Leinen Subject; 2009 or 28th Annual LACHF-My favorite part is when we’re all going from room to room and having a big train wreck because there’s so many of us!

From: Elizabeth Saal (Director of Faith In Numbers-Tarzana, CA Sent: 12- 07-2004

To: Vincent Leinen & All Faith In Numbers participants- Subject: December Cheer...23rd Annual LAHCF

First and foremost, Thank you FIN for taking time out of your busy schedule to visit our elderly and serve your

community with such nurturing, loving and joyful spirit! We had a great time caroling with Vincent J. Leinen. It was

no joke when he said you have to experience it to believe it. I was amazed how simple it was to just walk, sing,

smile, and warmly greet one another. So little-yet monumental to those who lack company, especially around this

time of year. I observed seeing the residents’ faces light up: how they requested to have the curtain pulled back

so they can have front-row view of what was happening. Moving (flapping) their feet for those that were unable to

clap their hands or even smile. Even the efforts they made to find the strength and show us gratitude and

appreciation. In retrospection, to cherish today as we don’t always know God’s plan. I can only speak of my own

experience, would love to hear about yours at our next gathering or through e-mail. Please share…..

On a lighter “note” (hehehehee), the celebrity band that gave so much with such love and devotion, truly priceless.

Impromptu jamming sessions with such talent: celebrity band, solos, encores….need I say more? Lastly, we parted

late in the evening from Home Town Buffet after socializing and meeting others from different parishes and

organizations at the post caroling wrap party.

Thank you Vincent J. Leinen for organizing FIN's December Event, Thank You West Hills Health &

Rehabilitation Center, Thank you Topanga Park Retirement Center; and Thank You Wilshire Retirement

Center for opening up your doors and letting us bring a bit of Christmas Cheer to your facilities.

From: Madeline Moyer –The Salvation Army Business Services Director Sent: 12-17-2012 To: V. Leinen

Subject: 2012 or 38th Annual Omaha HCF - Good morning Vincent, thank you for organizing this wonderful

event!!! I have been telling folks about it all morning and how wonderful it was. Jim & I really had a great time, it is

something that we look forward to each year. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to you & your family. Thxs for

your presence and making a difference last evening!! Merry Christmas! Vincent Sincerely,

From: Madeline Moyer-Omaha, NE Sent: December 12, 2008 To: Vincent Leinen

Subject: RSVP to OHCF Hi Vince, I was so happy to get this from you. I was hoping that you would be doing this

again, I'm trying to remember but I think last year was the first year I did not get one in 15+ years or longer that I

have been coming??

From: Madeline Bailey Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment /Executive Director of Print Production

Sent: 12-05-2011 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 30th Annual LAHCF 12-04-2011-I just wanted to thank you for putting

together this event. What a remarkable feat! I hope you are taking a well-deserved break from all of your hard

work. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of it!

From: Gary Anderson- legendary/former U.N.O. Sports information Director/Interim A.D. and Founder/President Omaha Hockey Hall of Fame, Omaha, NE Sent: December 17, 2008 To: V.J. Leinen Thanks for inviting my wife and me to participate in the caroling last Sunday. We had a great time. Merry Christmas.

From: Franklin Thompson/Omaha City Council Member/University of Nebraska at Omaha Professor/Long

time alumni of OHCF-Sent:13, 2012: To: Vincent Leinen Subject Omaha Holiday Caroling Festivities -

“it is my pleasure to join in this festive celebration that honors the sick, the shut-in, and the elderly during the 2013

Christmas season. Connecting with people in need is the model of service to the community that our Lord and savior

set in His second commandment to the Twelve Disciples. We, too, are disciples for the cause of spreading peace

and joy during a time when violence and apathy abounds. Come one, come all. Hope you can join us!”

From: Pat (Wingrove) Collins-Sent: December 11, 2005 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: Omaha Holiday Caroling

- It was good to see you today. I can't believe it has been so long. Thanks for sending Donna the email about the

caroling in Omaha. I loved doing. Donna and I have not sung together since mom died 10 yrs ago.

It Brought may memories. Have a Merry Christmas.

From: Nancy Hill Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2012 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: 2012-31st Annual

Los Angeles Holiday Caroling Festivities-We were there last year and had a wonderful time, so this year, Sonja has

invited her 4th grade class. So far, we have 4 adults, including the teacher, and 2 kids, but the invitation only just

went out. Thank you for organizing this.

From: Jeff Reinhardt - Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging Public Affairs Director/ New Horizons Editor Sent: October 23, 2012 To: Vincent Leinen The Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging is proud to have partnered with you each of the last several years on your annual Christmas caroling program. The event – which seems to get bigger and better each year – touches the hearts and souls of hundreds of older Nebraskans during this special season..Happy holidays

From: Tammy Weston- Executive Director & Kendra Stauffer-Director of Marketing-Nebraska Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Omaha, NE-January 13, 2012- Dear Vincent and friends,

Thanks you, once again, for volunteering your time and resources to host the 37th annual caroling event at Nebraska

Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation. We recognize it takes a great deal of planning and time to carry out an event as

organized and meaningful as this and wish to extend our most sincere thanks! Several of our residents are still

talking about the event as the therapy dogs were a big hit this year! We look forward to the 38th year and hope you

will continue to share your talent with our residents at Nebraska Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation. Thanks again!

From: Maureen Wurtz FOX 42 NEWS-Omaha Nebr.12-18-2011-Article:”Carolers Spread Cheer for 37th Year

in a Row”: - OMAHA (KPTM) - Seniors at the ‘Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center' received some special

guests this afternoon. It's an event that they look forward to every year, as the halls of the center are filled with

carolers, cookies, and Christmas cheer. Amy Schrek of the Rehabilitation center said, "A lot of our residents don't

have family that come in. So, it's a great opportunity for them to see people and have someone sing with them, and

they sing back." Jean Jackson, who has been at the center for six months, said the event puts a smile on her

face. "This is really nice because it keeps people in here happy," said Jackson. Smiles were around every corner as

the halls of the center were filled with a violinist playing ‘Ave Maria,' guitar players strumming out ‘Jingle Bells,' and

carolers belting ‘Feliz Navidad.' This is the 37th year for the indoor caroling.

From: Barbara Montgomery Sent: December 05, 2011 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: 2011 LAHCF

Such a great evening! Thanks 4 providing the opportunity...and I got 2 b with som fab. People!

From: Miriam Hernandez(KABC-TV News Team)Sent:12-05-2011 Subject: Postcard from Pasadena on LAHCF- It was a joyous night! All your hard work paid off. Faces lit up, residents danced, suffering was forgotten. No one cared that a group of Girl Scouts was tone deaf or that Morris Steinberg did not understand songs in Tagalog from the Filipino choir. Enthusiasm was through the roof! Then, to top it off my visiting sister Sara was busy in the kitchen when I came home!

From: Sr. Barbara-St. Joseph the Worker School-Winnetka-Principle Sent: December 05, 2011 To: Vincent

Leinen Subject: 2011 LAHCF- Had a great time. Missed you, but you had wonderful emissaries at the two facilities

where we went with the girl Scouts. they kept the programs going, and all enjoyed their talent, that of the Thursday

Night Prayer Group, and of course the Girl Scouts and their parents and Grandparents. Hope you had as great

time, as we did. Sr. Barbara, Sr. Aurora and teachers.

From: Jack Maeby-2011 LACHF pianist/Board Member Giving Music Sent: December 05, 2011 2

To: Vincent Leinen Subject: Inaugural collaboration-Giving Music-Holiday Carolers-big success!

Thanks, Vincent. It was an honor to be involved again.

From: Don Peake-Member Musicians Hall of Fame in Nashville; Guitarist-2011 LAHCF/played and/or recorded w/The Everly Brothers,Diana Ross, Ray Charles, The Jacksons, John Lennon, Jan & Dean, Marvin Gaye,Beach Boys, The Wrecking Crew; Sent: December 05, 2011 To: Vincent Leinen Thank You Vincent, It was Great, and you are Great! Best Holiday Wishes...

From: Tom Becka - Rated one of the top radio talk show hosts in the USA-airing out of Omaha & North

Dakota, standup comic, author, minister Sent:10- 25-2012 To: Vincent Leinen- Re:2010 OHCF -On the surface

it looks like I would be caroling for the residents of the care center. But in reality I'm caroling just as much for

me. The feeling I get when I see the smiles on the faces of the residents makes me feel as wonderful as I hope they

feel. I get to spend an afternoon with a great bunch of people. Both singers and residents alike and it's an amazing

thing. Do yourself a favor and sing. P.S. Don't worry if you can't sing. Many of them are hard of hearing. :-)

From: Michaele Braungardt Lopez Sent: 12- 06-2010 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: Thank-you! 2010- 29th annual

LA HCF It was fun last night.Thanks so much for all that YOU do. You’re truly an inspiration Merry Christmas!

From: Denise Shane Sent: 12-06-2010 Subject 2010 LAHCF To: Dearest Vincent Glad to have shared in a very

‘special evening’. “To give is to receive”. Congratulations on a successful 2010-29th Annual Caroling.

I know the endless hours of preparations it must take, to bring so many together, for such a great cause!

From: Cher Klosner Lane (husband Ben-animator “The Simpsons”, Cher-acclaimed singer/participant-2011-

30th Annual LAHCF- Sent: 12-05-2011 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: Thank you, honey!! Hi Vince!! Cher-baby

here - Just wanted to tell you what a wonderfully moving experience this was for the Cub Scouts and their families.,

and as always, for me as well. THANK YOU!!!! What a huge undertaking this must be for you every year - just know

how much I appreciate all that you do in pulling this off, Vince! The kids want to do it again next year - they also want

to continue to do the room to room - it is just so personal and intimate. Very heart wrenching - as son Ben said

tonight, "It's kind of sad, but kind of happy at the same time." Anyway, sorry we had to cut out early - 10 year olds

still have homework and set bedtimes... ;) We did two of the homes, just not the third. I love you to pieces - thank

you again soooooooooo much. This just makes the whole Christmas Season more special for me. xoxoxo Cher

(and the Bens too!)

PS Our son Benjamin was so excited to show the Scouts how it's done ;) He is very proud to be a part of this event -

he even sent out invitations to some of his buddies - see below. :)

Dear Eddy, I wanted to inform you that today at 3:00 PM, I will be Christma@ caroling at the old folk home with my boy @cout troupe. I want to a@k if you can come with u@. Boy @cout@ are not the only one@ coming. Tru@t me, it'll be fun! Sincerly, your pal Ben (: Apartment xxxx, give me a call, xxx-xxxx From: Oscar Garcia aka. Santa Claus Sent: 12-08-2011 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: 2011-30th Annual LAHCF

Thank you very much for allowing me to be part of his wonderful program. I enjoyed myself very much and (God

willing) I do hope you consider me again for next year. Oscar (Santa Claus) Garcia

From: Rick Bruner (long-time LAHCF alumni) Sent: 12-12-2011 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: 2011-30th Annual

LAHCF- I second all the kudos to you below. Great to be a long time part of this event and see how your passion

has made it grow. Thanks again for the phone call. Was great to chat.

From: Joanie Fagan: actress/comedienne; member of 3 Blonde Moms: acclaimed national touring standup

comedy show; played Faith (president of The Optimists Club) on ABC's "The Drew Carey Show";

Sent: 12-10-2011 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: Thank-you! 2011- 30th annual LAHCF-I got pix and thx to all.

You do an amazing job coordinating all those people and such a fulfilling and meaningful festivity for so many!

Thank you so much for including us! So I hope we can do this again with you next year and beyond!

What a special night! Happy Holidays to you and yours! Best,

From: Amanda Abizaid- acclaimed vocalist on many prominent TV shows-Sent: 12-07-2011 To: Subject:

2011- 30th annual LAHCF- Hi Vincent, thank you so much for including me. It was a very special day bringing joy to

all of the patients. Meeting such wonderful people singing as well. you sure do have a lot of really nice friends and I

am so happy to be involved. I really like Deirdre Rogers and hope to sing with her again someday soon. Blessings to

you, Thanks Vincent, You are such a nice person. Refreshing in this world to meet and know you.

From: Amanda Abizaid Sent: 12-03, 2012 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2012-31st Annual LAHCF - Thank you both

for the opportunity and the compliment. It was very healing for me as my sisters and I used to sing that song all the

time and it reminded me of my father. Since I was going to be with him last night but plans changed and I was here,

it was a special moment for me to sing from my heart out to my family. Thank you for making that possible for me. :)

Thank you again for letting me be such a great part of your Christmas caroling event. happy holidays Amanda

From: Jim Watson Sent 12-07-2011 To V.J. Leinen Subject: 2011-30th annual LAHCF - Off the charts as usual.

I am proud to be a part of such a great tradition. Thanks for thinking of me and have a great Holiday Season. Jimbo

From: Jungle Jim- Behrens-SoYou Photography- Official LAHCF photographer 2008 thru 2011 Sent: 12-07-

2011 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: 2011-30th Annual LAHCF-on-line Music Makersmagazine. I just changed my

article about your event from pre to post event. Here's a link; http://musicmakersmagazine.com/ It was a great

event. Or should I say events? Congratulations on this event and the others before. Have a great holiday season.

From: Fran Hocevar Titze-early Omaha HCF participant Sent: 12-10-2008 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: Special

Invitation 34th Annual Omaha HCF - Wow, 34 years and I was one of the beginning ones!! You have done a great

job keeping this going. You should have been the social director at Wentworth!! Hope you and your family have a

wonderful holiday season. Hope to see you sometime soon.

From: Kara Fox Sent: 12-08-2010 To: V. LeinenSubject:2010- 29th annual LAHCF-

I love what u have created. I showed my family in hopes they will join me next year love kara

From: Larry Graves Sent: 12-05-2011 To: V. Leinen Subject: Success- 2011 LAHCF-

once again you have successfully brought friends together for good of many people. bravo

From: Leslie Chudnoff- Branch Manager, Northridge, Los Angeles Public Library/Holiday Caroling

Festivities- Public Relations team/ Correspondence Editor Sent: 10-31-2012 To: V.J. Leinen -

“This is my fourth year of involvement with the Holiday Caroling Festivities, and I am so proud to be part of this

wonderful and caring group. What a beautiful way to give something back to others who may not have friends or

family of their own with whom to share the holidays. This is the true spirit of the season at its finest.

I am honored to participate, and I plan to do so for all the years to come.”

From: Carole Kaplin Sent: 12-05-2011 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2011 LAHCF -

hi- a wonderful evening-you put on a great show

From: Sibyl Gardner Sent:12-04-2011 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2011 LAHCF – Thanks for arranging the caroling. It was a great experience for me and for my daughters. I applaud you for making such a great contribution. From: Martin Flaherty (visitor from Denver, CO. Sent: 12-08-2010 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2010 or 29th

Annual LAHCF - Vince! Thanks for your continued effort to organize this important activity I'm glad I could finally

make it back for one; I thoroughly enjoyed it and met some lovely people. It really put me in the Christmas spirit.

All the best to you and your loved ones over the Holiday season!

From: Patrice Zappa-Porter -Singer/author of My Brother was a Mother: A Zappa Family Album and My

Brother Was A Mother, Take 2 & Nolan Porter Legendary Rhythm and Blues performer/recording artist.

Sent: 12-07-2010 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: Thank-you! 2010- 29th Annual LAHCF- Hi Vince, Thank you for giving

us all the opportunity to share with others the holiday spirit and joy of the season! You have done a wonderful thing

by your generosity and caring for others during this time of year. May you always have the ability to succeed in this

endeavor. Hope to see you before next Christmas!

From: Patrice Zappa-Porter -Singer/author of My Brother was a Mother: A Zappa Family Album and My

Brother Was A Mother, Take 2 & Nolan Porter Legendary Rhythm and Blues performer/recording artist.

Sent: 12-09-2014 To: Vince Leinen Subject: 2013 or 32nd Annual LAHCF – Thank you for a great evening last

night, it was well attended and Nolan and I enjoyed it all!! You did a great job keeping it all together and we will see

you next year! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

From: Ginger de Paris International acclaimed Jazz Tap, cabaret, Broadway dancer and singer & husband

Mark Sent: 12-05-2011 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2011-LAHCF -Thank you “billions” for the opportunity to feel

God’s love yesterday,….to experience a glimpse of His Cosmic Love for all of us -his children -through our joyous

giving and caroling! Thank you Vincent from the bottom of our united hearts Mark and I. Happy Holiday Season!

From: Kimberly Bailey- Official LAHCF photographer 2008 thru 2011 Sent:12-05-2011

To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2011-LAHCF - What an amazing evening in Chatsworth. You out did yourself as did all of

the volunteers and participants. The residents smiles are the tribute to your efforts and caring. Thanks for including

me in the blessing this year.

From: Patrick Ridolfi-acclaimed tenor, soloist and/or professional choral singer-performed worldwide i.e.

sang w/Three Tenors at Dodger Stadium & for Pope Paul II in Rome Sent: 12-06-2012- Subject: 2010 LAHCF-

This event is a very enjoyable way for all of us, to “give back to our community.” Once again thank you very much for

allowing me to participate in last night’s ‘festivities.’ As always, it was a lot of fun and, at the same time “a little

crazy.” That’s part of what made the evening so much fun. Many of the residents & staff (at all 3 facilities) told me

how much they appreciated our being there for them.

Have a wonderful blessed Christmas & very Happy New Year too!

From: Patrick Ridolfi Sent: 12-03-2012 To: V Leinen Subject: Thanks for inviting me!! 2012 or 31st Annual

LAHCF- Hi Vincent, Again, thank you very much for allowing me to participate in the caroling festivities, last night.

As usual, I had a great time and so did my friend Christine. I heard so many nice things (from so many people)

regarding all of our efforts, at last night's event. Best of luck to you with all of your other shows. Merry Christmas,

From: Jonna Shane-David Phleger Sent: 12-06-2010 To: V. Leinen Subject: Thank you! 2010 Annual LAHCF -

Fabulous time! You are amazing and we love you! Thank you for all that you are and all that you do!

From; Cherie Lynnae Whitaker To: V.J. Leinen posted on- FACEBOOK WALL: Subject: 2011-30th Annual

LAHCF- “what did you do tonight? I went caroling several Valley convalescent hospitals with hundreds of people

and flash mob had to hear me! But I shake my eggs well figure that one out? THANKS VINCENT LEINEN FOR 30

YEARS OF CARING AND FUN, SO GLAD TO BE PART OF YOUR TROOP

From: Christiana D'Amore-Sent: 12-06-2010 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: Thank-you! 2010- 29th annual LAHCF-

It was lots' of fun and truly rewarding. Glad we could talk a bit more this year. Have a wonderful holiday and

continued blessings to you!

From: Bonnie Janofsky- composer /songwriter Award winning composer, songwriter, pianist, drummer &

daughter of legendary Melvin Janofsky-alto sax player with Benny Goodman, Dorsey Brothers, Guy

Lombardo Band. & Joel Sent: 12-06-2010 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2010- 29th annual LAHCF- This has grown

incredibly since I had participated. I think last time there were only 2 facilities and this time there were 4! I saw folks

I know, some of whom I had not seen in a while - Don Sweeney, Monica Wild, Garrett Swayne, Severin Brown,

Nolan Porter, Lisa Haley and Alan O'Day and met new folks such as Mike Perina whom you introduced me to last

night. Wow - 29 years of holiday cheer!!! A mitzvah (good deed)! Wishing you happy holidays and a heavenly '11!

From: Alan O'Day - Pop singer-songwriter of #1 hit “Under Cover Angel” (sold two million copies). Wrote

Helen Reddy’s #1 hit “Angie Baby” and The Righteous Brothers’ #3 hit “Rock and Roll Heaven;” co-wrote

100+ songs for Muppet Babies” TV series;” 11-08-2012 To: Vincent Leinen - “I would never want

to miss this unique opportunity to be with such special friends and performers for a great cause”.

From: Diana Lee Huth- Official 2012 LAHCF photographer- Sent: 12-08-2010 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2010

LAHCF- I don't know if I have properly thanked you for letting me shoot this event. It was truly an honor and a

privilege. Did I tell you that my mom spent 7 weeks at Topanga Terrace before it became a subacute facility and that

I chose Hallmark-West Hills Assisted Living as the place for her to live when she got out of the hospital. Thing was

that she never made it there. She passed away 3 years ago this December. She would have loved the event.

From: Diana Lee Huth- Official 2012 LAHCF photographer Sent: 11-09-2012 To: V. Leinen

Subject: Photographing LAHCF :) It is a joy to see those folks smiling so brightly. Am happy to have the

opportunity to catch some of those smiles forever.

From: Diana Lee Huth - Official 2013 LAHCF photographer Sent: 12-09-2014 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2013 or

32nd Annual LAHCF - Didn't sing...photographed parts of the evening...many heart rendering moments. It is hard to

take photos with tears in your eyes

From: Jeri Vogt-Crawford County, Iowa Treasurer To: Vincent Leinen Sent: 12-2010 Subject: Denison &

Dunlap Iowa Christmas Caroling Festivities- “It’s a holiday tradition I truly enjoy,”

From: David Forney- lead vocals for Crossfire- Country Music & Classic Rock Band, Omaha, NE.

Sent: 11-12-2012 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2011 Omaha HC-The gift of music only has value when

shared. Whatever your faith, age, or background, music has that rare ability to bring us together, and it’s been my

delight to join with so many who have built this legacy of fellowship and goodwill. As much as the residents enjoyed

our visit – I think we may have enjoyed it just as much. I look forward to many years of holiday caroling with you!

From: Leaha Ryon-Domesti-PUPS Volunteer Coordinator, St. Joseph, MO Sent: 11-13-2012 7 To: Vincent

Leinen Subject: 2011 Omaha Holiday Caroling Festivities On behalf of the 22 Domesti-Pups Therapy Dog

teams (holder/dog) that participated from Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri, and Kansas at the 2011 OHCF we look forward

to being a part of this magical event, where we are able to bring the residents a small piece of the magical spirit of

Christmas, as we share the unconditional loving spirit of our canine family members, bringing a special spark of joy

to the eyes of those needing the companionship and caring the most. Seeing joy in the eyes of those who have long

histories of past dogs of their own, enjoying once again, the love that a dog can give, brings me the true Christmas

spirit in my own life, and is a warm and wonderful gift that is not wrapped beneath a tree. Thank you for this gift.

From: Amy Schreck –Activity Directory-Nebraska Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Omaha, NE-12-16, 2012-

Thank-you! We here at Nebraska Skilled Nursing would like to take this time to express our appreciation for the

incredible performance which was brought to our facility and has been coming back for the past 38 years!! The hard

work and dedication which goes into this does not go unseen. Vincent gives everything he has all year round to

make this special day happen. On this day spirits are lifted and smiles are seen throughout our building. Singing and

laughter rings down our halls and you just know that the lives of our seniors have been touched. The holidays are a

difficult time, most of our population does not have family or friends to visit them and this is just what they need to

brighten up their holiday season. Just one example is one of our residents who is 104 years old… she still

remembers the carolers year to year and will sing along with the children to her favorite Christmas songs! The staff

and residents particularly want to really thank Vincent and all the carolers who put their heart and soul into this

occasion and come to our facility, dedicating their time to spend with us. We cannot thank you enough. As always

we look forward to seeing you next you next year!! Nebraska Skilled Nursing

From: Aydiee Vaughn-Singer/Actress Sent: 12/02/12 To: V. Leinen Subject: 2012 or 31st Annual LAHCF -

"Happy Holidays Vincent, and thank you for including Bailey and I every year! Jingle Bell Blessings!!!"

From: Linda Quintero Sent: 12-02-2012 To: V. Leinen Subject: 2012 31st Annual LAHCF- Hi Vince Thank you for inviting me tonight, you have really done quite an amazing job! It was nice to see you again you were very busy! Hope all is well with you, it's hard to believe a year has gone by since we went to the concert in Thousand Oaks. Take good care ,

From: Wendy Greene Sent: 12-02, 2012 To: V. Leinen Subject: 2012-31st Annual LAHCF-Vincent, Have a most wonderful caroling event! You make the world a better place with your love and kindness. Many blessings, From: Steve Flavin Sent: 12-02,-2012 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: 2012 - 31st Annual LAHCF- Congratulations Vincent. You have really made this a remarkable event.

From: Cynthia Shortreed Sent: 12-02-2012 To: V. Leinen Subject: 2012 - 31st Annual LAHCF - Vincent: I

enjoyed being part of this event. It was heartwarming to see the impact it had on the residents. Thank you for inviting

me to be a part of such a perfect way to celebrate Christmas-selfessly.

From: Jim Brammer- Official 2012 LAHCF photographer/Chairman of Professional Photographers of

LA County/Award-winning Photographic artist Sent: 12-02-2012 Subject: 2012-31th Annual LAHCF-To:

Vincent Leinen - "Had a great time this evening shooting 31st Annual LA Holiday Caroling concert and

celebration at Fairwinds in West Hills."

From: Laney Podell- Activity Director-Topanga Park Retirement Center, 7945 Topanga Canyon Blvd.,

Canoga Park, CA Sent: 12-03-2012 To: V. Leinen Subject: 2012 - 31st Annual LAHCF

The event was all and more than we could've asked for. Thank you so much.

From: Laney Podell- Activity Director-Topanga Park Retirement Center, Canoga Park, CA

Sent: 12-09-2013 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: 2013 or 32nd Annual LAHCF - Thank you so much for all

of your work and efforts to make Sunday happen.. Wonderful as usual. Thanks so much

From: Stephen Gargaro Sent: 12-03-2012 To: V. Leinen Subject: 2012 LAHCF

Great times last night, Vincent! Photos to be sent soon!

From: Shirley Broger-Hula Hoop Specialist Sent (Facebook-postings): To: V. Leinen Subject: 2012

LAHCF- Our first time volunteering for this event, and certainly not my last!" "What an honor to hula hoop

and sing Christmas carols to so many seniors at the convalescent and retirement homes this past Sunday

with the Rocker Girlz--Mari Anne Burton and Renee Morrison. I am so blessed that Vincent Leinen invited me

to participate and so fortunate to have these great gals as my friends, with the same passion to bring seniors

love. I will never forget the wide eyed smiles on these seniors faces when they saw the LED hoop and all the

wonderful folks in the room singing just for them. I know my mom would have been so proud. Special thanks

to Mari Anne Burton for taking this picture I will always treasure." "Thank you for the opportunity to sing with

all of you. My two friends Renee and Mari Anne and myself really enjoyed being a part of this great event

and effort to bring smiles to all the seniors. See you again next year!"

From: Shirley Broger-Hula Hoop Specialist Sent: 12-09-2013 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: 2013 or 32nd

Annual LAHCF – I attended the Holiday Caroling 4 Seniors here in LA and it was absolutely the most

wonderful experience. This is my second year and you can count me in for all the years ahead. One lady sat

up and sang with us and knew all the words! Another woman wept tears of joy as we sang to her, and smiled

as I spun my LED hula hoop for her. Those are the moments I will always treasure. Special thanks to Vincent

Leinen, Holiday Caroling 4 Seniors organization and all the wonderful volunteers who donated their time for

such a worthy cause.

From: Shirley Broger- Hula Hoop Specialist Sent: 12-10-2013 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: 2013 or 32nd

Annual LAHCF (two testimonies)-Thank you from the bottom of my heart for asking me to be a part of this

wonderful and most rewarding event. It brought me so much joy---but most important the joy and love we

brought to the seniors. - Thank YOU for making this possible! We brought so much joy to the seniors all while

bringing joy to ourselves. A truly rewarding and wonderful event. Thank you to all that participated.

From: Carly Alyssa Thorne - Smile TV Documentary Team Videotaping LAHCF Sent: 12-03-2012 To:

V. Leinen Subject: 2012-31st Annual LAHCF - Last night was Crazy LOL and AWESOME...

From: Carly Alyssa Thorne - official LA HCF Video/documentary team- Sent: 12-10- 2013 To: Vincent

Leinen Subject: 2013 or 32nd Annual LAHCF - "It was amazing Night for everyone... The smiles and tears

from the residents were all one needed to see to know we made an impact, truly an amazing experience.

Every year is different, even behind a camera lense. I got to see all points of view. Very special evening

indeed. Thanks for the memories Vincent Leinen"

From: Carly Alyssa Thorne - official LA HCF Video/documentary team- Sent: 12-22-2013 To: Vincent

Leinen Subject: 2013 or 32nd Annual LAHCF

Every year amazing people come together, about 200 Volunteer singers come thru singing thru the halls of

4-5 facilities around West LA to bring Cheer to those who cannot get out.

From: Bob Lanz - Board of Directors-Giving Music-A Music Charity: Sent: 12-03-2012 Subject: Fair

2012-31st Annual LAHCF -Fairwinds To: Vince Leinen Great job as usual. We rocked but had 9 p.m.

commitments so missed dinner this year. Congrats on your incredible ability to put this all together.

From: Mercy J. Alpert- LAHCF host team Sent: 12-03-2012 –Facebook posting;

Subject: 2012-31 Annual LAHCF -”We’re blessed to have Rafer Johnson lead Joy to the World that night.

From: Crystal Carson-Bradley - Actress portrayed Julia Barnett on “General Hospital” and a variety

of roles in many films; acclaimed acting coach Sent: 12-04, 2012 To: V. Leinen Subject: 2012 - 31st

Annual LAHCF - We had a wonderful time. You are a blessing! Thanks,

From: Logan Heftel – Music producer/Singer/Songwriter; Sent: 12-04, 2012 To: V. Leinen Subject:

31st Annual LAHCF - Hey Vincent, Thank you so much for having me at the caroling event. I had a great

time and met some really cool people.

From: Dana/Eric Bjurman Sent: 12-04-2012 To: V. Leinen Subject: Thank-you! 2012- 31st Annual LA

HCF - Vincent, Thank you so much for inviting us. We had a blast! It was wonderful having my kids and

myself be a part of such an amazing event. We really enjoyed participating in helping lift the spirits of others.

It was truly a beautiful night filled with much love and joy. There is no better way to put you in the mood for

the holidays than to see everyone come together to give back to their community; this is what it’s all about.

People helping people and showing that you care is priceless and the best gift of all. It truly was an uplifting

experience and one that we look forward to repeating next year. You can count on us being there! Also, we

want to thank you for going out of your way and taking the time to introduce my husband, Eric to the

accomplished musicians. I know he really enjoyed meeting them and spending some time conversing with

them. That was very nice of you to do that. Please take care and have a very blessed holiday and a Happy

New Year! Be Safe. With much gratitude, Dana Bjurman

From: Mari Anne Burton Sent: 12-04-2013- Facebook post: To: V. Leinen Subject: 2012 or 31st Annual

LAHCF - "What fun we had and a great blessing to be a part of this! Thank you for all the great photos!"

From: Dawn Klem Sent: 12-05-2013 Facebook post: To: V. Leinen Subject: 2012 or 31st Annual

LAHCF - "Grateful to have been a part of it!"

From: Marshal Adelstone – LAHCF Sound Tech crew & professional drummer- Sent: 12-07-2012 –

Facebook post:To: V. Leinen – Subject: 2012 or 31st Annual LAHCF “Thank you 1 and all for doing

your part! And the biggest thanks to Vincent Leinen for making it all happen! I love the new pic! I'm putting

it up as my Back ground profile pic as I do every year!"

From: Marshal Adelstone - LAHCF Sound Tech Crew & professional drummer- Sent: 12-10- 2013

To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2013- 32nd annual LAHCF - Thanks for letting me be part of the yearly giving

thing and dinner after words. It was fun as always. Well, take care and thanks again,

From: Kathy Graeve - Accordion player Sent: 12-17- 2012 To: V. Leinen Subject: Thank you – 2012 or

38th Annual Omaha HCF Dear Vince, Thanks again for another great caroling event. It all worked out very

well and it was nice to see you and your mom again. Best wishes for a very Merry Christmas. God bless,

From; Sharon E. Kryger Sent: 12-17-2012 To: V. Leinen Subject: 2012 or 38th Annual Omaha HCF

Hello! My dog Lizzy and I enjoyed our first year of caroling! Thank you for organizing this wonderful event.

From: Donna Stillo Sent: 12-07-2003 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: Thanks! 2003 or 22nd Annual LAHCF

hi..as usual, you did a great job... and I think your attendance was at a record high. anyway, thanks for always

helping keep our community in mind and getting us all out there to help too. donna

From: Manon Gosting Sent: 12-08-2003 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2003 or 22nd LA Holiday Caroling-LA Style

Vincent - I AM SURE THAT YOUR PARTY WAS WONDERFUL - I TRIED REACHING LINDA Yeaman LATE AND

She WASN'T BACK YET SO I AM SURE THAT IT WAS WONDERFUL- - she just called to say how much fun she

had and how well organized - what a gift you gave to the residents, singers and even me - who wasn't able to

attend - because of your great ability to network for such good causes -Thanks,

From: Gene/Chelani (Teen Opera Singer) Sent: 12-08-2003 To: Vincent J. Leinen Subject: 2003 or 22nd

Annual LA Holiday Caroling Vince, Last night was a great night! Chelani and I enjoyed singing for the elderly and

the camaraderie we felt amongst the other carolers. We want to do this again next year. Gene/ Chelani Tiong

From: Linda Yeaman Sent: 12-07-2003 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: 2003 or 22nd Annual LAHCF

Bravo Vince and Dee! I'm sure the angels and saints in Heaven were rejoicing with us as we sang carols and

fellowshipped with God's people. I am honored and humbled to be a part of it. Thank you for all your hard work and

love of God and fellow man. The world is a better place tonight. Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Linda

From: Nilus Sacramento Sent: 12-08-2003 To: Vincent J. Leinen Subject: Thanks for the Privilege/ 2003 or

22nd Annual LAHCF Dear Vincent, I want to thank you for the honor and privilege of being a part of such a noble

and heartwarming event that you put together. Seeing the sparkle in those people's eyes just fills me with a lot of

love, and you let it all happen. Thank you and may God bless you. Nilus Sacramento/St. Joseph the Worker Choir

From: Neda Soderqvist Sent: 12-07-2003 To: V. J. Leinen Subject: 2003 or 22nd Annual LA Holiday Caroling'

LA,CA. Style HI VINCE, IT WAS VERY SPECIAL TO BE ABLE TO BE AROUND SUCH WONDERFUL PEOPLE

AND ON TOP OF THAT TO MAKE OTHER WONDERFUL PEOPLE HAPPY.. THANKS IT WAS GREAT : - )

NEDA and UlF (linda and mercys friends)

From: Carlos Alvarado (father of Diego Star-youth opera singer) Sent: 12-03-2007 To: V.J. Leinen

Subject: Thank you Vincent- 2007 or 26th Annual LAHCF

Dear Vincent: This mail is because I just want to say "Thank you so much" for your support to Diego Star.

I hope that you liked his performance.. Thanks, again. Regards Alvarado Family

From: Ann Bodack Sent: 12-03-2007 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: A magical musical night!- 2007 or 26th Annual

LAHCF Hi Vincent, Looks like you did it again - what a wonderful Christmas season arrival you presented with all

your friends. How like you to make your birthday a time of giving rather than receiving. I have decided you need a

new name - not the Pied Piper any more - but Vincent the Leinin-hearted. I was having a little bit of trouble getting

into the non-commercial aspect of Christmas, but your program took care of that. Now I'll get to decorating the hall

with boughs of holly and happy memories of a magical night at the Hallmark Retirement Center!

Hugs, love and blessings, Anne

From: Denny Gerard (professional musician) Sent: 12-03-2007 To: V. J. Leinen Subject: Many Thanks! 2007

or 26th Annual LAHCF Greetings Vincent, I would like to personally thank you and congratulate you on a job well

done. The caroling event yesterday was a smash! As a first timer I would like to say that I had a great time and I

know those that were also there from the SJW 11:30 choir did as well. And of course most importantly, I believe the

people that we visited were uplifted with our visit and the music. The event was full of nice surprises as there were

many people that I knew as well as many wonderful "new" musical friends to meet. As I mentioned on the phone I

was most impressed with the singer you said was named "Robin" something. I found her performance of "O Holy

Night" to be a true highlight for me. Not only was she a phenomenal singer and entertainer but she reached out in a

very special way to many of the assisted living patients. She came and hugged quite a few of us after her song and

we all felt a nice connection. Vincent, I would very much like to participate again so please add my email address to

your mailing list. Many thanks & all the blessings of the season to you. Dennis Gerard Snyder

From: Denny Gerard (professional musician) Sent: 12-09-2014 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2013 or 32nd Annual

LAHCF – Another big caroling success! Well done. Thank you for choosing me to lead the 6:30 Sunrise Alzheimer’s

unit sing along. It worked out fantastic. Rick was great on piano and the group of singers we had was very top-notch.

Again, well done. Congrats on organizing such a meaningful event! And thanks for including me.

From: Lori Weiss Sent: 12- 03-2007 To: Vincent J. Leinen Subject: Caroling- 2007 or 26th Annual LAHCF Hi Vincent, Just wanted to say Thank You again. Caroling was grand as always. Alex and Ryan said it was the best year yet. I remember when it was only a handful of us. Who was that guy playing the guitar with us? He was great. Really nice. Made a nice addition to our group. We needed him. I would like to reserve him every year, so keep that in mind. I had 3 new perspective families there for Guide Dogs For the Blind and they all said they had a good time. Any chance I can get a copy of the pictures that were taken of us? I would like to send them to Guide Dogs and maybe we can get into their newsletter that goes out.

From: Deborah Sable Sent: 12-03-2007 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: GREAT TIME! - 2007 or 26th Annual LAHCF

Vincent, Another wonderful year of caroling! Thanks so much for all you do for those people and the community. I

had an amazing time and it was good to see so many enjoying themselves. Have a safe trip to your next destination

and since I won’t see you before have a Very Merry Christmas. Best to you in Health, Deborah

From: Regina Canetty Sent:12-03-2007 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2007 or 26th Annual LAHCF

Vincent, Thank you so very much for being "YOU" and creating so much joy in people's lives. I am proud to say

“Vincent, my Friend". Love, Regina

From: Kevin Biggers- Candidate for California State Senate Sent: 12-03-2007 To: V. J. Leinen Subject: Thank

you Vincent!!!!!!!!!!- 2007 or 26th Annual LAHCF YOU ROCK man...that's the most awesome venue I ever saw. you pulled together something very very special and I am so privileged to have been a part of everything. thanks so much. my best always and thanks so much for introducing me to people,,,,you are sooo kind!!!! kevin

From: Burl Barer Sent: 12-03- 2007 To: V. J. Leinen Subject: Thank you!!! 2007 or 26th Annual LAHCF

On behalf of Judi Faye and myself, thank you so much for including us in the wonderful holiday musical

festivities on December 2nd. We enjoyed the opportunity to be of service, and do so in the company of such talented

and generous people. We hope you will invite us again next year.' Thanks again, and have a most joyous Holiday

Season. Burl Barer & Judi Faye

"Let each one of God's loved ones centre his attention on this: to be the Lord's mercy to man; to be the Lord's grace.

Let him do some good to every person whose path he crosseth, and be of some benefit to him." -- Abdu'l Baha

From: Marian Caloz-West Hills Health & Rehab Center, Canoga Park, CA Sent: 09-16-2007 Subject: 2007 or

26th Annual LAHCF I just looked at your lineup again... TRIPLE WOW...Genius would be a grave understatement

for you! I can't begin to imagine the ENORMOUS dedication you have given to this multi-faceted project. Are you

proud of yourself, or what?!!!? And yet, you remain soooooooooo humble, Vincent.

From: Marian Caloz-West Hills Health & Rehab Center, Canoga Park, CA-Director of Marketing

Sent: 11- 03-2007 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2007 or 26th Annual LAHCF press release

WOW! WOW! WOW! Unbelievable, really. You have truly devoted yourself to be the ultimate giver!

Congratulations. It's remarkable as well, how broad your scope. I am blown away!!!

From: Keith Kamholz Sent: 12-03-2007 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: Thanks for a great time caroling at 2007 or 26th Annual LAHCF Thanks for another special evening of caroling. We had a great time and enjoyed bringing a little holiday spirit into everyone's lives. The show was excellent as always. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year,

From: Joyce Crow, Supervisor of Pupil Transportation, Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District

Sent: 12-03-2007 To: V. J. Leinen Subject: Caroling was wonderful!- 2007 or 26th Annual LAHCF

Vincent, Randy and I had a wonderful time caroling with our group yesterday, thanks for having us! Merry

Christmas! Joy Crow,

From: Maria Elena Andrade-Topanga Terrace-Rehab &Sub-Acute Care, Canoga Park, CA-Director of

Marketing Sent: 12-2011 To: Vince Leinen: Subject: 2011 or 30th Annual LAHCF It was amazing. Everyone

really enjoyed the groups bringing the holiday cheer! Happy Holidays, All the Best, Maria Andrade

From: David Arlen- Life Enrichment Director- Meridian of West Hills, West Hills, CA Sent: 12-30-2013 To:

Vincent Leinen Subject: 2013 or 32nd Annual LAHCF - Hey Vincent, Thanks for the grand photo. It was a

wonderful evening full of good vibes and terrific music and all the faces showed it. As much as you tried to prepare

us for the experience it exceeded all expectations. See you next year, eh?

From: Lisa Blumstein- Activity & Volunteer Coordinator- Sunrise Senior Living of West Hills, 9012 Topanga

Canyon Blvd, West Hills, CA 91304 Sent: 12-11-2013 To: 'Vincent Leinen Subject: 32nd Annual LAHCF-

featuring The Joe Vento Band & Holiday Caroling Festivities performers - We got rave reviews, the performers

were outstanding and professional. Thank you for your patience and understanding coming in mid stream. Happy

Holidays!

From: Patrick A Waskielis - drummer for popular group Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds Sent: 12-10- 2013

To: Vincent Leinen Subject: 2013- 32nd annual LA Holiday Caroling festivities – Hi, I need to thank you for all

your hard work and effort it was a great show! Had a great time doing it too. God bless you! Lol

From: Robert Tatangelo (portrayed Santa Claus) Sent: 12-10-2013 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2013 or 32nd

Annual LAHCF - I had a great time Sunday. Thank you for letting me be a part of it. Pencil me in for next year.

From: Yvonne Johnson Sent: 12-09-2013 To: Vincent Leinen Subject: 2013 or LAHCF - It was the greatest

time! Thank you Vincent and everyone! What an unforgettable, magical night- still glowing from it.

From: Linda Dempsey Young on behalf of Linda, husband Bill (actor-soap operas) & son Drew (professional

musician) Sent: 12-09-2013 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2013- 32nd Annual LAHCF - Thank you Vincent for inviting

us to this wonderful event of giving praise and song to those less fortunate than us~ :) Blessings for a wonderful

holiday!!!

From: Larry Wines –acoustic music radio/TV show progrogramer-producer-host Sent: 12-08-2014 To: V.J.

Leinen Subject: 2013 or 32nd Annual LAHCF - Congrats on another successful year in L.A., and on the special

recognitions from the State Senate and L.A. County! Have a great caroling road trip. Best.

From: Barbara Bierman Sent: 12-09-2013 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2013 or 32nd Annual LAHCF –

Thank-you Vincent for all that you do! YOU are The Blessing!!! Love, Barbara and Barry

From: Pam Loe (acclaimed country music singer/songwriter)Sent: 12-09-2013 Subject: 2013 or 32nd Annual

LAHCF – Just want to say what a wonderful time I had singing last night at Topanga Terrace and Sunrise! Thank

you for the invitation! It is my favorite music to sing and luckily, I know all the words by heart cuz I forgot my glasses

to read the lyric sheets! I could tell the people were truly moved and blessed, especially at Sunrise as they are in

better health and you can see the expressions of joy and gratitude on their faces a bit better as well as their direct

words of thanks! God bless you in your work and Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!

From: Jacque Vogel – LAHCF host team- Sent: 12-09-2013 To: V.J. Leinen Subject 2013 or 32nd Annual

LAHCF – Once again you put together an amazing event. Every resident I spoke with told me how much the event

meant to them. I gave already calendared December 7, 2014.Wishing you a very Merry Christmas.

From: Sue Lopez Sent: 12-09-2013 To: V.J. Leinen Subject: 2013 or 32nd Annual LAHCF – Singing with others

creates a group vibration that unites hearts in rhythm. Two new experiences for me: 1) playing the cowbell, and 20

dancing in a “Hava Nagila” congra line!”

From: Chris Ross (acclaimed drummer performed and/or recorded many top artist) –Sent: 12-09-2013 To:

Vincent Leinen Subject:2013 or 32nd Annual LAHCF- thanks very much for letting me part of this celebration, I

look forward to seeing you next year, have a great holiday, stay healthy. See ya next year!!

Updated 08-23-2014