Many of us are fortunate not to know what losing a child is like, some are much less fortunate. A parent should never have to suffer the loss of their young one but many more families go through this pain than we might realize. In Central Illinois, nearly 600 children a year pass away from illness or accident. What can be done to help? Making the grieving process as easy on that family as possible. Stepping up to that tall task is the Hope House of Central Illinois. Michael St. Louis, President of the Hope House, talks why it is so necessary for parent and families to have this resource.

St. Louis knows it will take the help of the community to move forward in their plans. On Saturday, February 22nd, the Hope House of Central Illinois will host a ‘Games Night at the Pillars’ event to raise necessary funds.

As for why Taylorville was the chosen destination, St. Louis says it is all about what the city and community members offer.

More about the Hope House of Central Illinois is at www.hopehouseofcentralillinois.org. 
Tickets are available by emailing hopehouseofcentralillinois@yahoo.com or by calling 217-777-HOPE. Additional information can be found on their Facebook page.

Michael St. Louis appeared as a guest on the WTIM Morning Show.