'She Has Created A Sense Of Community': Palm Desert Hero

PALM DESERT, 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 Ginger June of Palm Desert, who nominated Chef AJ of Indio:

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
No

What does the nominee do for work?:
Health Education - Gets people to eat healthier to prevent and reverse disease, author of 4 books

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Since the sheltering in place started she has created a sense of community by doing live broadcasts on both Facebook and YouTube 1-3 hours a day, interviewing many health experts and other interesting and inspiring people.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
That she wants people to help people eat healthier to increase their immunity for all diseases, not just this current pandemic.

Thank you for all you do, Chef AJ!

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