'She Helps People Have Quality Of Life': Greenwich Local Hero

GREENWICH, 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 Bobbi Eggers who nominated Lori Contadino, a colleague. Contadino is the director of the Commission on Aging for the town of Greenwich.

Name: Lori Contadino

State: CT

Home town: Greenwich

Hero's job: Child care or elder care

Relationship to nominee: I work with her

Reason for recognition: Lori Contadino is the director of the Commission on Aging for the town of Greenwich, CT. Lori and her small team have been working tirelessly to connect with older adults, create Zoom sessions, get groceries and supplies delivered.

One thing to know: Lori is a dedicated, compassionate, hardworking woman who helped get Greenwich designated as an age-friendly town. She helps people have quality of life as older residents.

>> Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here. Read about other heroes from across Connecticut here.

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