'She's Truly An Angel': Bridgewater Hero

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — 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 Christine Solan who is nominating her friend Joyce Savar of Bridgewater.

Name: Joyce Savar

Home town: Bridgewater

Hero's job: Health Care

Reason for recognition: This very special, caring nominee should be recognized and honored. Joyce is a COVID-19 nurse who has spent countless hours taking care of COVID-19 patients. Joyce is a well-loved respiratory nurse who has taken the responsibility to care for COVID patients.

One thing to know: Joyce is selfless, warm, caring, kind, and puts all others' needs before >own in extraordinary ways. She's truly an angel and anyone who has been taken care of by Joyce is truly blessed. Joyce always puts others' interests and needs ahead of her own.

Thank you for all you do, Joyce!

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