Community Corner
'Should Be A Role Model': Upper East Side Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact on the Upper East Side.
UPPER EAST SIDE, NY — 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. We’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.
This submission comes from Upper East Sider Barry Schneider, who nominated his wife, Judy Schneider.
Local hero’s full name
Judy Schneider
Local hero’s home state
New York
Local hero’s Patch
Upper East Side
How do you know the local hero?
She's my wife!
What does the local hero do?
Judy is a community advocate - through community-based organizations, City agencies including NYC Parks Dept., NYPD 19th Precinct and NYC Transportation Dept., NY-Presbyterian Hospital pediatric nurses, and more!
Why do you believe the local hero should be recognized or honored?
Judy should be a role model for those who want to make their community a better place to live, work or go to school.
What's one thing you want everyone to know about the local hero?
Judy is a very private person. She has never sought out the spotlight. Now is time to change that!
Thank you for all you do, Judy!
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