Ritchie Reyes loves to sing the praises of his mom, Monserrate, a healthcare worker who looks after seniors.

“She’s one hard-working lady,” said Reyes.

Altogether, they’re a family of five. Like many families in Paterson, life has been hard for them financially.

“Prices are going up, the economy is going up,” said Reyes.

Last November, his mother was one of 200 qualifying Patersonians selected to receive $400 of guaranteed income every month for a year.