Local Heroes: The Tates Were Empty Nesters Who Opened Their Home To Foster Children

FREDERICKSBURG, VA — 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 Makayla Cooper who nominated Susan & Joe Tate of Fredericksburg. The Tates are Cooper's parents; she nominated them using them Patch's online form for people making a difference in Virginia.

Local hero’s full name

Susan & Joe Tate

Local hero’s home state

Virginia

Local hero’s Patch

Fredericksburg

How do you know the local hero?

My parents

What does the local hero do?

They are foster parents

Why do you believe the local hero should be recognized or honored?

I believe that they should be honored because they open their home to children in need. They had an empty nest and decided to start all over by becoming foster parents and taking in children of all ages. They not only opened their home to these children but they make sure that they meet all of the medical needs of these children no matter how drastic the case may be.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the local hero?

They are beyond selfless and have the biggest hearts.

Thank you for all you do, Susan & Joe Tate!

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Know someone making a difference in town? Nominate them as a local hero here.