Who Is Your Hero?

Do you have a personal hero? Tell us about them. It doesn’t have to be perfect to make a difference in someone else’s life.

Your Everyday Hero: John M.

John has worked in the field of vocational rehabilitation for nearly 40 years. During the short amount of time that I have worked under his tutelage, I have found myself constantly in awe of the qualities he exhibits daily.

John is the ultimate social worker, unwavering in his commitment to serving others. He is completely non-judgmental and dedicated to serving individuals who find themselves lucky to be a part of his caseload. John achieves results with a gentle, yet firm manner. He has helped hundreds of individuals, who once faced various physical and mental barriers, find meaning in their daily work and life.

John's years and years of experience in the field of vocational rehabilitation have yielded hundreds of folks with disabilities, ranging from physical to emotional to behavioral, to lead productive and dignified lives. His honesty is respected and his advice well heeded by his peers. He has made a difference, one person at a time.

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