DIY SOS | Series 2 | Waterford
The Waterford Build
Mother of three, Laura Sheridan, has faced insurmountable challenges over the past year. Following a battle with Covid-19 in 2020, Laura was then diagnosed with Stage 3 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, a form of cancer that directly affects the immune system. As Director of Nursing in Maypark House Nursing Home and former Nurse of the Year, Laura has had to take a leave of absence to undergo aggressive cancer treatment.
Despite taking leave for her treatment, the devoted single mother struggles to find time to recuperate while minding her three young children. Laura’s twin boys (5) have autism and have a range of complex sensory and emotional needs. Laura’s utmost priority is to keep her family safe and well and ensure they have a home that caters for their specific needs. Laura is seeking help from the DIY SOS team to adapt her home for the boys’ various occupational needs as well as create a place that they can truly call home.
Episode 4 Series 2 aired Sunday, April 24th on RTÉ One. It is available on the RTE iPLAYER.
