A Teacher, An Aunt And So Much More: Enfield Hero

ENFIELD, CT — 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 Corbin Royce, who nominated his aunt, Jennifer Royce of Enfield.

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?
No

What does the nominee do for work?
She is a schoolteacher

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
She has compassion for people and determination to help one succeed. She logs in every day for her students to help them get the education they deserve to mold their minds and build the stepping stones for their future.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?
My aunt is a strong hearted and loving person; she is more of a mother to me than what I have had. She has helped me with my struggle with alcoholism and drug addiction, and without this woman in my corner supporting me and helping me find my way, I would not have 25 months clean and sober.

Thank you Jennifer for all that you do!

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