'A Great Mentor': Bridgeport Local Hero

BRIDGEPORT, CT — 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 Rick Molina who nominated Dane Button of Bridgeport.

Hero's job: House manager of addiction recovery program

Relationship to nominee: Personally helped me

Reason for recognition: This special man his helping many many stay to recover from drug addiction and restore their lives. He has helped people become good members of the community again. And he has helped me personally to overcome drug addiction. This is a very important issue.

One thing to know: Because of his help I have over one year clean from prescription opiates and a full-time career. Before I met him I lost all hope and wanted to die. I am only one of many men that he has assisted. He is very patient, a good listener and a great mentor.

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