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'She Never Gives Up On Anyone': San Diego Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in San Diego.

Jeanne McAlister runs McAlister Institute.
Jeanne McAlister runs McAlister Institute. (Courtesy of Ben Anderson)

SAN DIEGO, 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. We're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Ben Anderson who nominated Jeanne McAlister of San Diego.

Local hero's full name

Jeanne McAlister

Local hero's home state

California

Local hero's Patch

San Diego

How do you know the local hero?

I have known Jeanne for 39 years from my own recovery.

What does the local hero do?

She runs McAlister Institute which helps people with drug and alcohol problems.

Why do you believe the local hero should be recognized or honored?

She has positively impacted tens of thousands of lives and the positive changes will flow down for generations to come.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the local hero?

She never gives up on anyone.

Thank you for all you do, Jeanne McAlister!

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