EMT Puts 'Her Life At Risk To Help Save Others': Patch 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 Angie of Tinley Park, who nominated EMT Catalina Diaz:

Where the nominee lives:
Tinley Park

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Tinley Park

Name of the nominee:
Catalina Diaz

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Angie

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?
Catalina is not only a frontline worker, she is also at high risk due to an autoimmune disorder. She is putting her life at risk to help save others, because her passion is to help other. She is an EMT, and in nursing school, she does not allow her illness to get in the way of doing her work.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
Her compassion, and dedication is one to look up too.

Thank you for all you do, Catalina!

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