DIY SOS review: The way this Sligo team comes together for Claire is an absolute wonder

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DIY SOS review: The way this Sligo team comes together for Claire is an absolute wonder

Claire Carpenter and her family with Baz Ashmawy

For the final episode in the series the DIY SOS team are in Coolaney, Co. Sligo, to adapt the family home for Claire Carpenter as she embarks on her road to recovery. Mother of three Claire has been in rehab for eight weeks, having suffered a stroke, and says that although there is no guarantee in her regaining use of her right-hand side, she is hopeful.

As a fellow mammy it is impossible to listen to Claire’s story and not put yourself in her shoes. When, surrounded by washing, Ross says ‘It just doesn’t work without her,’ I am in floods of tears, as I’m sure are most viewers.

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