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'A Heart Of Gold': Norwalk Community Leader Jules Douge Recognized

Norwalk social worker Jules Douge "goes above and beyond to help children and adults."

A Norwalk community leader was honored for going above and beyond to help children and adults.
A Norwalk community leader was honored for going above and beyond to help children and adults. (Patch Graphic)

NORWALK, CT — Without community leaders, Norwalk wouldn't hum along nearly as smoothly as it does. We'd miss their contributions in big and small ways.

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This submission comes from Beth Edwards, a Norwalk reader who nominated Jules Douge, a Kendall Elementary School social worker.

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How do you know this community leader?

From attending professional developments.

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What does this community leader do?

Helps all children, especially with social emotional learning.

Why do you believe the community leader should be recognized or honored?

Jules has a heart of gold! He goes above and beyond helping children and adults. I have never met a more strong and gentleman in my life! He is faithful gentle and kind.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the community hero?

In addition to doing social work he has a great radio show called "He's Just a Social Worker" on WHCR 90.3 FM from 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. every Friday.

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