'She's The Silent Hero': Winchester Hero

WINCHESTER, CA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

This submission comes from Raven Hilden of Temecula, who nominated Heather Rickman of Winchester:

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
Yes

What does the nominee do for work?:
Nonprofit work

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Heather Rickman is such an amazing asset to the community and to the Valley Resource Center, a local 501c3 nonprofit! She goes above and beyond year round and has also made an incredible impact during the pandemic.

In the past two months she has delivered meals to the elderly at no charge, helped feed 100 at-risk veterans through a partnership with a local restaurant, helped assemble military care packages for deployed troops overseas, delivered infant/toddler food to families at risk, and more.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
Heather has a heart of gold and does not look for recognition. She is the silent hero that does more than most people know and is the first to step up when she can be of assistance.

Thank you for all you do, Heather!

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