'A True Blessing:' Point Pleasant Woman Makes Slippers, Blankets

POINT PLEASANT — 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 Debbie Houlihan of Monmouth County, who nominated Midge Reichardt:

Where the nominee lives:
Point Pleasant

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Monmouth County

Name of the nominee:
Midge Reichardt

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Debbie Houlihan

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?
No

What does the nominee do for work?:
Sews face masks and blankets

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
She has made and continues to make thousands of blankets and slippers for people in need including local and regional babies and families, police canine teams, Point Paws and other caring charities and organizations, and for newborns in Haiti. She currently added sewing face masks and has been handing them out in Point Pleasant to protect her community from COVID-19.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
She is a true blessing, and her motivation and heart are both made of pure gold

Thank you for all you do!

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