'When Times Are Tough, He's Right There To Help': Redlands Local Hero

REDLANDS, 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. We’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Connie Der Torossian who nominated Thomas Griffin of Redlands-Loma Linda.

The pair work together at a non-profit, and according to Der Torossian, Griffin is a true local hero, as a HUD Housing counselor who helps save homes from foreclosure, helps Vets and Military members buy homes and improves their credit to improve their lives.

Local hero’s full name

Thomas Griffin

Local hero’s home state

Texas

Local hero’s Patch

Redlands-Loma Linda

How do you know the local hero?

We work together at a nonprofit

What does the local hero do?

He is a HUD Housing Counselor at USA Homeownership Foundation/VAREP

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

Thomas is 74-years-old and still working.

He is a Marine, a Vietnam Veteran and he could be retired but instead gives of his time and energy to give back to his military and veteran community. He is a HUD Housing counselor who helps save homes from foreclosure, helps Vets and Military members buy homes and improves their credit to improve their lives.

He works tirelessly for little money and does it all with a smile on his face. He loves getting his success stories and sharing them with us. He has seen a lot in his many years on this earth and shares his wisdom with us every day with a smile and laugh.

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

He is a tough Marine but has a kind heart and is a softy.

Thank you for all you do, Thomas Griffin!

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