Volunteer Helps Others On A Daily Basis: Middletown Hero

MIDDLETOWN, 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 Laurie Casey, who nominated Kelvin Young.

Name: Kelvin Young

Hometown: Middletown

Hero's job: Volunteer

Submitter name: Laurie Casey

Relationship to nominee: Friend

Reason for recognition: Helping others with addicts on a daily basis.

One thing to know: Shows that change is possible for anyone

>> 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.