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'She Chose The Medical Field To Help Others': Littleton Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!

Pictured: Ashley Shaw; all photos included in this post are owned by identified third parties who have given Patch the right to use explicitly for the Patch Local Heroes series.
Pictured: Ashley Shaw; all photos included in this post are owned by identified third parties who have given Patch the right to use explicitly for the Patch Local Heroes series. (Susie Ratzell)

LITTLETON, CO—When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

This submission comes from Susie Ratzell of Littleon, who nominated Ashley Shaw who works at Littleton Adventist Hospital.

Where the nominee lives:
Littleton

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Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Littleton

Name of the nominee:
Ashley Shaw

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Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
Yes

What does the nominee do for work?:
Works at Littleton Adventist hospital

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
She has had to deal with people directly with COVID-19.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
She chose the medical field to help others, no matter the consequences.


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