'She Is The Most Compassionate Young Lady': Stamford Hero

STAMFORD, 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 Cathleen Bond of New Milford, who nominated Stamford resident Amanda West:

Where the nominee lives:
Stamford, CT

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
New Milford, CT

Name of the nominee:
Amanda West

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Cathleen Bond

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

What does the nominee do for work?:
A nurse at Stamford Hospital.

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
She is a brand new nurse taking care of COVID-19 patients.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
She is the most compassionate young lady, who cries every day before she goes in to work, but she goes in and takes care of her patients every day. She hugs the people, as they die alone.

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