Mom, 'Superhero' Works In The ER: Patch Heroes

EAST HAVEN, CT — 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 Becky Avery, who nominated her sister Stefania Simuong who works at Bridgeport Hospital.

Name of the nominee:
Stefania Simuong

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

What does the nominee do for work?:
Emergency Room Registrar Supervisor at Bridgeport Hospital

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
She is an amazing person and has been working everyday through out this whole epidemic even while caring for her 3-year-old daughter, who has heart complications, at home.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
She is superwoman and cares about everyone!!!

>> Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here.

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