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Devotion & Compassion In The Time Of Coronavirus: New Canaan Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!

NEW CANAAN, 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 Susan Slattery, who nominated Laura Slattery:

<b>Where the nominee lives:</b>
New Canaan

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<b>Where the person who nominated the hero lives: </b>
Milford

<b>Name of the nominee:</b>
Laura Slattery

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<b>Name of the person who nominated the hero: </b>
Susan Slattery

<b>Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:</b>
Yes

<b>What does the nominee do for work?:</b>
Cardiac critical care nurse assigned to ICU2 in Stamford Hospital

<b>Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?</b>
Laura is a devoted, compassionate, professional and a caring nurse and person.

<b>What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?: </b>
Laura’s tireless devotion and compassion in caring for the very sick.


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