Braintree EMT With A 'Big Heart': Patch Hero

BRAINTREE, MA — 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 Greg Cataldo, who nominated his son Dominic, an EMT and nursing assistant, who has helped combat the new coronavirus pandemic with "dedication, courage, compassion and selflessness."

Where the nominee lives:

Braintree

Where the person who nominated the hero lives:
Braintree

Name of the nominee:
Dominic Cataldo

Name of the person who nominated the hero:
Greg Cataldo

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

What does the nominee do for work?:
EMT and ER Nursing Assistant

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
Certified EMT working the Emergency room as Nursing assistant at South Shore Hospital during this Covid -19 crisis. Gets up everyday, goes to that high risk job with dedication, courage, compassion and selflessness, assisting Doctors, Nurses and fellow Health care workers caring for those who are sick and in need!

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
His fearless big heart!

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