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Losing a Loved One on Christmas
Grieve Love Heal
Grieve Love Heal
Losing a Loved One on Christmas
Dec 20, 2019
Season 1
Episode 4
Valerie's House Communications Coordinator April Reilly / Valerie's House Mother Amanda Mendes
Amanda Mendes is the mother of a grieving child. She lives in North Fort Myers with her husband and two sons. Two years ago, her oldest son's father suffered a heart attack during surgery. Amanda talks with Valerie's House Communications Coordinator April Reilly about the difficult days that followed, her mission to keep Christmas traditions alive and she and her son found hope after loss.