Algonquin Woman Helps Elderly During Pandemic

ALGONQUIN, IL — 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.

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This submission comes from Alan Mozola who nominated Virginia V. Mozola of Algonquin. Alan is Virginia's husband.

Name: Virginia V. Mozola
Home town: Algonquin
Hero's job: Child care or elder care
Relationship to nominee: My wife
Reason for recognition: She has worked every day at Clarendale of Algonquin assisting the elderly residents get thru the everyday stress of the pandemic during their lock down and quarantine periods, she has shopped for them, entertained them and consoled them in their times of need.
One thing to know: Her dedication and compassion for the elderly residents

Thank you for all you do, Virginia Mozola!

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