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Woodridge Patch Hero 'Courageously' Cares For COVID-19 Patients

We all know someone making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories, like this one from Woodridge!

WOODRIDGE, 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 Sunitha Mathew, from Woodridge, who nominated Suja Mathew, also from Woodridge. Here's what Sunitha said about Suja:

Where the nominee lives: Woodridge

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Where the person who nominated the hero lives: Woodridge

Name of the nominee: Suja Mathew

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Name of the person who nominated the hero: Sunitha Mathew

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

What does the nominee do for work?: Nurse

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored? My sister not only courageously takes care of Covid-19 patients as a nurse, but also takes care of her 3 little children all under age 6.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?: Suja is very helpful and nice.

Thank you for all you do, Suja!


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