'She Has Sacrificed So Much': Woonsocket Local Hero

WOONSOCKET, RI —When times are tough, heroes emerge. But rarely do they get the spotlight they deserve. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've begun 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 Kerri Lombardi, who nominated Kathleen Desrosier for her efforts to keep spirits high in the nursing home where she works amid the coronavirus health crisis.

"As you know they have struggled too much," Lombardi said. "She works hard in activities for her patients to keep their minds off COVID as they are so scared to lose anyone. She smiles every day and gives them encouragement.

"She is a beautiful human being. She has sacrificed so much. She works as much as she can and kept her patients and family safe."

Thank you for all you do, Kathleen!

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