Facebook Group Connects Caring People: Oak Lawn Heroes

OAK LAWN, IL —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 Carol Conway, who nominated Brendan Ahern and Vernon Zumhagen who run the Oak Lawn Cares Facebook Group.

Where the nominee lives:

Oak Lawn

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Oak Lawn

Name of the nominees:
Brendan Ahern and Vernon Zumhagen

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Carol Conway

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
No

What does the nominee do for work?:
They started a Facebook page "Oak Lawn Cares"

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Their page helps people in need receive what they need, helps people with excess to share, gives great tips on staying safe, etc.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
They obviously "care" about others.