Cherry Hill Hero Making A Difference At Group Home Amid Pandemic

CHERRY HILL, 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 Kathy Freeman, who nominated Martina Nash of Cherry Hill. Nash manages a group home for young adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Name: Martina Nash
State: NJ
Hometown: Cherry Hill
Hero's job: Manages a group home for young adults with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
Relationship to nominee: Manager of my son's group home
Reason for recognition: Martina took on the role of group manager shortly after the pandemic hit. She had to hit the ground running. She had to learn the job, the individuals living in the house and the staff, while hiring new staff to fill vacancies and overseeing the operation of the group home.
One thing to know: She has a positive attitude, is enthusiastic, loves her job, has great leadership with the staff, and makes life for four disabled individuals who were "locked down" enjoyable.
Photo certified? Yes
Submitter name: Kathy Freeman

Thank you for all you do, Martina Nash!

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