'Undaunted' Social Worker Risks Life: Plainview Local Hero

PLAINVIEW, 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. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Karen Serani, who nominated Paula Serani-Esposito.

Name: Paula Serani-Esposito

State: NY

Hometown: Plainview

Hero's job: Health Care

Relationship to nominee: Sister

Reason for recognition: Paula is a social worker for Nassau County EAP. After a 20 lb. liposarcoma was removed @ Sloan Kettering, she recovered and continued helping others. Diagnosed w/ sarcoidosis & other immune diseases, she navigated COVID-19 for patient care risking her life.

One thing to know: Determined, courageous, selfless, loving, dedicated, undaunted.

Thank you for all you do, Paula!

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