allbimyself
Aug 19, 2007, 10:48 AM
I don't know how well this story is known outside of Western New York. Patricia Parete is a Buffalo police officer. She was shot Dec 5 while on duty and her spinal cord was damaged. Since that day her domestic partner, Maryellen, has been by her side through long days of rehabilitation. Maryellen is on an unpaid LOA from her employer. Unfortunately, Buffalo city workers do not receive domestic partner benefits. Not only is Maryellen not receiving a paycheck, but she must pay over $300/mo to maintain her insurance.
You can see the latest report on their situation here:
http://www.buffalonews.com/home/story/144085.html
Please keep Patricia and Maryellen in your thoughts and, if possible, consider a small donation to:
Patricia Parete Fund
P.O. Box 682
Kenmore, NY 14217
You can see the latest report on their situation here:
http://www.buffalonews.com/home/story/144085.html
Please keep Patricia and Maryellen in your thoughts and, if possible, consider a small donation to:
Patricia Parete Fund
P.O. Box 682
Kenmore, NY 14217