Committed To 'Saving Countless Lives': Wheat Ridge Hero

WHEAT RIDGE, CO — 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 Paul Noel Fiorino of Denver, who nominated his daughter Allegra Linn Fiorino.

Where the nominee lives:
Wheat Ridge

Name of the nominee:
Allegra Linn Fiorino

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

What does the nominee do for work?:
She gives tests in a drive through.

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
She is committed to her duties, testing for lab work while not knowing that she is capable of saving countless lives while the risks of contamination persist. This goes for all frontliners.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
She is a fabulous dancer and a genuinely happy person with a great attitude and outlook for the future of the health care system reformation.

Thank you for all you do, Allegra!

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