Small Businesses Make a Big Difference
April 4, 2021
With COVID-19 cracking down on businesses this past year, business owners like Afroza Khan and Vibha Jasani have had to adapt to the changes brought on by this pandemic. Even while following social distancing and sanitary guidelines, and limiting the number of children in her daycare, Mrs. Khan has managed to still create a sense of community among the children. Mrs. Jasani, along with family members Haresh and Rushil Umaretiya, has worked to keep their hotels running, ensuring comfortable living spaces for those in need.






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