Meals On Wheels Volunteer: St. Pete Hero

ST. PETERSBURG, 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. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Hilary Douglass who nominated Lesley MacFarlane of St. Petersburg. Douglass is a friend of MacFarlane's who appreciates the volunteer work her friend does.

Name: Lesley MacFarlane
State: FL

Hometown: St. Petersburg

Hero's job: Volunteer

Relationship to nominee: Friend

Reason for recognition: Lesley volunteers for nearly every program that Neighborly/Meals on Wheels Pinellas County offers. She delivers nutritious meals to home bound seniors, helps pack and deliver groceries and even makes wellness calls to clients to reduce loneliness.

One thing to know: Lesley is the first person to offer to help every time.

Submitter name: Hillary Douglass

Thank you for all you do, Lesley!

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