The team at DIY SOS is appealing for help to transform a Northumberland's family home after their revamp was delayed for two years due to coronavirus.
Nick Knowles and the DIY SOS team will be helping out a family in Longframlington, Northumberland, to adapt their home for 18-year-old Bobbie Owen who has complex medical needs.
Bobbie's parents Mary and Gareth work around the clock to look after her and love gets them through their tough days.
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In 2020, ChronicleLive reported that BBC’s DIY SOS was going to give them the house they deserve - but sadly due to the pandemic, this was delayed by two years.
The team has since issued a renewed appeal and hopes to work with local suppliers, tradesmen, and tradeswomen to create a house that will cater to the family’s needs.
Bobbie has long-term genetic disorders and complex medical and mental health issues.
Her mother, Mary, sadly had a stroke in her cerebellum in 2013, after being bitten by a tick, and now has balance and ongoing difficulties so cannot handle Bobbie on her own.
Inspiringly Bobbie’s older sister Ellie and twin brother Gus step in and help as best they can, as young carers to both sister and mother.
The concern is that the house is unsafe and unsuitable for Bobbie and DIY SOS is hoping to bring four generations of the family together so they can support each other.
DIY SOS has since put out a 'wanted' poster.
It said: "TRADES AND SUPPLIERS OF NORTHUMBERLAND! WE NEED YOU!
"Please come and help us on our build in Longframlington delayed for 2 YEARS due to Covid.
"Starting on the 22nd - 31st March 2022. Come and do something amazing for an incredible family."
To join the build, email diysoslongframlington@bbc.co.uk with your trade, availability, and contact details.
