ICU Nurse 'Has The Heart Of An Angel': Stratford Hero

STRATFORD, 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 Thomas Santora of Milford, who nominated his daughter, Michele Santora Velush:

Where the nominee lives:
Stratford

Name of the nominee:
Michele Santora Velush

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?
Yes

What does the nominee do for work?
Michele is an ICU nurse at Milford Hospital.

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Michele has the heart of an angel. Her care of her patients and her service to the community and her coworkers is amazing. She has covered many additional shifts for her coworkers when they were not able to work, putting herself and her family at high risk.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?
Michele is a caring, loving and selfless mom who is carrying her second child through this tough time.

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