'Kind And Loving': Andover Hero Nurse's Assistant Linda Young

ANDOVER, MA — Amid the coronavirus outbreak, the already-vital work of healthcare workers is even more important — and risky. 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 David Berube of Andover, Mass., who nominated Linda Young:

Where the nominee lives:
Andover

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Andover

Name of the nominee:
Linda Young

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
David Berube

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?
Yes

What does the nominee do for work?
Linda work in a nursing home in Haverhill as a nurse’s assistant.

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
She works long hours and has been working every day since the coronavirus crisis started. She loves her work, is very dedicated to her patients and is loyal to the nursing home.

She is a hero whether she gets recognized for her work or remains anonymous. She deserves a lot of credit.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?
She is kind and loving to everyone she meets and knows.

Thank you for all you do, Linda!

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