Kings Park Everyday Hero: Substance Abuse Activist Linda Ventura

Do you know someone making a difference in our community? Patch wants to tell that person’s story in a new series we’re calling “Everyday Heroes.” We are looking to share inspirational and uplifting stories of people who work to change others’ lives for the better.

Today’s nominee was sent in by Melissa MacDougall. 

Name of Everyday Hero

• Linda Ventura

Relationship to the nominee

• Friend

Details of good work

• “Since the passing of her son, Thomas, due to a heroin overdose, she has continuously attended several events to create awareness, prevention and rehabilitation. she has gone to Albany, spoken to many political representatives, rallied, has been on commercials and is the founder of Thomas’ Hope, a nonprofit foundation that promotes drug awareness, prevention and advocacy. Through this effort, Ventura has spoken at numerous events to raise awareness and has raised money to assist families battling with substance abuse.

Why do you feel this person is an Everyday Hero?

• “Linda is trying to prevent anyone else from experiencing an unimaginable, tragic event that may be prevented. Linda cares about other people and is doing everything in her power to spread awareness. I have great admiration for her. She’s driven, she’s smart, capable and she knows what’s going on.”

Do you know someone who is an “Everyday Hero?” Nominate them by following the instructions below.

Please answer the following questions:

1. Name of Everyday Hero
2. Your relationship to the nominee
3. Details of good work done or being done
4. Why do you feel this person is an Everyday Hero?

Email your answers, along with a photo, to [email protected] and your Everyday Hero could be featured!