Pharmacist Helps Families After Long Night Shift: Southbury Hero

SOUTHBURY, 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.

Michelle Benish of Southbury was nominated by her daughter Allie Benish.

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
Yes

What does the nominee do for work?:
Clinical Pharmacist at Yale New Haven Hospital

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Not only does she face the frontline of the COVID-19 battle at work, but she comes home after working the strenuous night shift each day and supports my family and others in our town. My mom, even on her most sleep deprived day, goes out of her way to buy groceries for four families, including ours, in town. She also buys and porch-delivers flowers to dozens of families from our wonderful church.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
No matter what she is faced with, my mom will do anything she needs to do to support our community. The Town of Southbury and my family are so lucky to have her.

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