Mum of two put herself forward to work ‘shift after shift’ at Covid centre
A DERBYSHIRE mum has been recognised for the “commitment and determination” she has shown during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Erin Brown, who works as an administrator at the Park Medical Practice in Chaddesden, put herself forward to work extra shifts at the specialist coronavirus assessment centre at the University of Derby when it opened in April.
The 30-year-old mum of two young children was so determined to help people through the crisis that she returned “for shift after shift” at the university’s Kedleston Road campus.
Now, Kate Leebetter, a receptionist at the Maine Drive surgery, has nominated her colleague as a Covid Hero, describing her as a “fantastic team player” who is always willing to help out.
Kate, 41, of Chaddesden, said: “At the start of the pandemic, we were asked whether we would be prepared to provide reception and admin support at the University of Derby site.
“Erin volunteered without hesitation and covered several of these shifts after doing her normal day job. She was so determined to help people, and although exhausted she returned for shift after shift.
“I found this to be a real inspiration as she had a family to look after and yet she was prepared to put her life at risk to help others. “She truly has such a good heart and has really stepped up in being caring and making herself available throughout the pandemic.
“Maybe not in the obvious ways when you talk about working for the NHS, but behind-the-scenes work needs to be done to make sure the services run smoothly.
“I am extremely proud of Erin and her commitment and determination throughout the pandemic. She is such a caring person and even cooks meals for her elderly neighbour. “She is a real hero and deserves some recognition.”