Physician's Assistant 'Puts Others First': Branford Local Hero

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 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 Louise DiLungo, who nominated her daughter, Jennifer DiLungo, a health care worker.

Name: Jennifer DiLungo

State: CT

Hometown: East Haven

Hero's job: Health Care

Relationship to nominee: Daughter

Reason for recognition: Jennifer is a single mother working relentless hours as a Physician’s Assistant at Docs Urgent Care. Jennifer is currently seeing 80-100 patients a day due to her primary duties and the added burden of Covid-19 cases.

One thing to know: Jennifer always puts the well-being of others before herself.

Thank you for all you do, Jennifer!

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