Here’s Why Patricia Cockerill Was Shouted Out As a Sarasota Local Hero

SARASOTA, FL — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Jo Mooy who nominated her partner, Patricia Cockerill of Sarasota.

Local hero’s full name

Patricia Cockerill

Local hero’s home state

Florida

Local hero’s Patch

Sarasota

How do you know the local hero?

Partner

What does the local hero do?

Inspires others with daily gratitudes (and) healing.

Why do you believe the local hero should be recognized or honored?

Feeling the effects of a world gone mad, she started a simple personal daily gratitude post on Facebook that reaches and inspires thousands with the simplicities of life that's she grateful for.

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

Compassionate, kind, and gives selflessly

Thank you for all you do, Patricia Cockerill!

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Know someone making a difference in town? Nominate them as a local hero here.