'She Has The Biggest Heart': Encinitas Hero

ENCINITAS, CA — 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 Debra Quick-Jones, who nominated her longtime friend, Eileen Benedict of Encinitas.

Name: Eileen Benedict

Hometown: Encinitas

Hero's job: Pet care for elderly and checking on homeless

Reason for recognition: Eileen is dedicated to her job of caring for pets of elderly people who are sequestered. She shows up every day to dispense love and fresh air to the dogs she walks. She also checks out the welfare of our homeless and makes sure they have what they need.

One thing to know: She has the biggest heart.

Thank you for all you do, Eileen!

>> Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here. Read about other heroes from across California here.

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