'Her Humanity Shines For All': Northridge Hero

NORTHRIDGE, CA — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Jerry Frank, who nominated his friend Tanya Nelson of Northridge.

Name: Tanya Nelson

Home town: Northridge, CA

Hero's job: Bus driver for special education students

Relationship to nominee: Friend

Reason for recognition: Tanya is a gift. She takes care of my and her parents needs since Covid, no complaints, at personal risk, doing without, selflessly. She encourages people on social media to never give up, live fully by example and compassion. Her humanity shines for all

One thing to know: Tanya has a heart of gold. She is consistent with her actions and compassion toward all living beings. She worries her "kids" and families she services are ok. She is tenacious in building a better self to contribute to the happiness of others.

Thank you for all that you do, Tanya!

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