Fox Valley Hands of Hope welcomes new director of Spanish Language Grief Services

Fox Valley Hands of Hope welcomes Gabriela (Gaby) Alcantara to the staff team as Director of Spanish Language Grief Services.

She is a licensed social worker and recent graduate of Aurora University with a Master's of Social Work degree. She brings a commitment to collaboration, a concern for the Hispanic community, a growing awareness of issues surrounding grief and loss, and skills to work with clients of all ages. Fox Valley Hands of Hope first met Alcantara last year as an intern and they are very excited to have her as a regular member the team. Alcantara is a resident of Aurora whose roots are deep in these local communities.

The Director of Spanish Language Grief Services is a new position at Fox Valley Hands of Hope designed to expand services to Hispanic/Latine clients. The licensed clinical team also includes Director of Adult Grief Services Erik Meeks and Director of Youth and Family Grief Services Jacquelyn Jennings.

Fox Valley Hands of Hope relies on a strong network of trained volunteers to help deliver quality, compassionate support for individuals and families living with a death loss. All services are provided at no cost to clients.

For more information about Fox Valley Hands of Hope, visit www.fvhh.net, find them on Facebook, or phone (630) 232-2233. General inquiries can be sent to info@fvhh.net. If you are seeking support for a loss, email griefsupport@fvhh.net.