DIY SOS is an emotional programme at the best of times, but the most recent outing for Nick Knowles and his crew of tradespeople took things to an even higher level. The long-running BBC show told the story of the Chapman family, from Charlton Kings in Gloucestershire, on Tuesday night (June 14).
Presenter Nick introduced viewers to Chapman patriarch Peter who at the same time as caring for his wife and daughter, had been attempting to build an extension to make their house more suitable for their needs. It was revealed that just two weeks before filming began, the Chapmans lost another daughter too.
While caring 24/7 for his wife and Sarah and daughter Suzanne, who are at different stages of a long-term genetic disorder called myotonic dystrophy, the 60-year-old former car mechanic and hospital porter was also diagnosed with fibromyalgia. Sadly, Peter's mother also died a few years ago, so he and Sarah, 55, took in his 64-year-old autistic brother Steve, who works part-time at a local launderette and also assists with care, the Manchester Evening News reports.
