Compassionate EMT Puts In 50 Hours A Week: A Tinley Park Hero

TINLEY PARK, 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 Karen Smajo of Tinley Park, who nominated her grandson Jacob Kiaupa:

Where the nominee lives:
Tinley Park

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Tinley Park

Name of the nominee:
Jacob Kiaupa

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Karen Smajo

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

What does the nominee do for work?:
EMT

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Jacob just became a licensed EMT this year so he has to deal with serious conditions from the start. He puts in as many hours as he can to help, sometimes 50 hours or more a week.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
He is a hard worker and so compassionate, puts all he has into his job.

Thank you for all you do, Jacob!

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