Justin Kase

Justin Kase Communications Manager for Valerie's House. Former Wink News Anchor and Reporter. Former Anchor and Reporter at WYMT News. FGCU Grad.

07/03/2025
Take a minute and watch this.
06/26/2025

Take a minute and watch this.

What Ashley shared on TV took real courage.

At just 16, Ashley’s world changed forever. Now, she’s using her voice to help other grieving teens know they’re not alone—and she sat down with Britt Leoni on Gulf Coast News to share her story.

We’re so proud of this incredible Valerie’s House teen. Her strength, honesty, and heart are what this place is all about.

🎥 Watch the full story here: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/teen-finds-hope-heartbreak-fort-myers-valeries-house/65193050

Let us know what you think in the comments 💬


06/23/2025

HOW CAN YOU HELP VALERIE’S HOUSE?
Here are 6 ways you can support grieving children and families in Southwest Florida:

1. Donate: Valerie’s House is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that relies entirely on community support. Every dollar helps us provide no-cost grief support to children and families. Visit valerieshouse.org and click “Donate” at the top of the page.

2. Sponsor a Meal: Help bring families together over dinner on group night. Whether you cook, cater, or sponsor delivery, your gift means one less thing grieving families have to worry about. Learn more at valerieshouse.org/sponsor-a-group-night-dinner.

3. Volunteer: From helping with group nights to community events, we always need caring volunteers to walk alongside our families. Fill out a quick volunteer form at valerieshouse.org/group-volunteers.

4. Become a Val’s Pal: Serve as a mentor to one of our amazing Valerie’s House kids. Val’s Pals provide a consistent, caring presence in the life of a grieving child or teen. Apply at valerieshouse.org/mentor-application.

5. Help at Events: We’re often out in the community at markets, fairs, and fundraisers—and we’d love your help! If you enjoy talking to people and sharing our mission, message us to join the outreach team.

6. Spread the Word: Know a grieving family? Let them know they’re not alone. Families can learn more or refer themselves at valerieshouse.org/family-selfreferral.

💛 Together, we can make sure no child grieves alone.

This is going to be an awesome night! I hope you’ll join us out here. What a fun way to spend the Fourth of July.
06/12/2025

This is going to be an awesome night! I hope you’ll join us out here. What a fun way to spend the Fourth of July.

Once again, I find myself on the complete opposite side of a situation like this. A year ago I would’ve been sent to doo...
06/06/2025

Once again, I find myself on the complete opposite side of a situation like this. A year ago I would’ve been sent to door knock on the family home as soon as we learned the identities.

I’m so thankful I now get to be on the side that supports them through their grief and helps make sure they know they’re not alone. 

To This Family, You Are Not Alone

Our community is deeply impacted by the devastating loss of a father and son in a recent Cape Coral crash. As we read their names and learn more about who they were, the heartbreak only deepens.

At Valerie’s House, we recognize the unimaginable grief this family is facing—and the ripple effect of grief this has created for so many who knew and loved them. If you personally know this family, please, when the time is right, let them know we are here for them. Our doors are open whenever they feel ready for support.

No family should have to walk through grief alone.

📰 https://www.fox4now.com/cape-coral/deeply-loved-family-identifies-father-son-killed-in-cape-coral-crash

There are so many more kids than we all realize who are grieving after losing someone. Far too often the kids don’t have...
06/01/2025

There are so many more kids than we all realize who are grieving after losing someone. Far too often the kids don’t have support to help them on their grief journeys. That’s why it’s always important to stop and reflect and show gratitude for those working to make sure kids don’t have to grieve alone. 

Did you know?
In Florida, 1 in 10 kids will lose a parent or sibling before they turn 18. That means in every classroom, 2 to 3 students are grieving—often without anyone knowing.

When you're grieving, it's hard to focus in class, keep up with homework, or even show up. Many of these kids fall behind—not because they don't care, but because they're overwhelmed by loss.

That’s why we’re so grateful to Collier County Public School District for partnering with us to bring Valerie’s House peer support groups into schools. With their help, we're reaching grieving students right where they are—so they know they’re not alone.

This year, we’ve supported students at:

Herbert Cambridge Elementary
Calusa Park Elementary
Golden Gate Middle
North Naples Middle
Gulfview Middle
RCMA
Lake Trafford Elementary
Pinecrest Elementary School
Immokalee Middle School
Immokalee High School

To every teacher, counselor, and staff member who made this possible—thank you. You’re helping students feel supported, stay on track, and begin to heal.

Congratulations to everyone from the Valerie’s House family graduating this year 💙 We know you’re going to great things ...
05/24/2025

Congratulations to everyone from the Valerie’s House family graduating this year 💙 We know you’re going to great things 😊

Have you been looking for a way to give back? I really can’t recommend a better place. So many of the volunteers and peo...
05/18/2025

Have you been looking for a way to give back? I really can’t recommend a better place. So many of the volunteers and people who work here say that volunteering is healing. You will become a part of this community. And it will be something you look forward to when you do volunteer. It could be something as small as two days a month and two hours at a time. Seriously! Giving just four hours of your time makes a big difference for a kid who needs help. 

Want to make a difference in the life of a grieving child? 💛

We’re looking for caring volunteers to join our Valerie’s House family! Our next orientation is coming up, and we’d love to meet you.

🗓️ Punta Gorda: Monday, June 23 | 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 233 E. Mackenzie St., Punta Gorda, FL 33950

🗓️ Fort Myers: Monday, June 30 | 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 3551 Valerie’s House Way, Fort Myers, FL 33916

Come learn how you can help grieving children and families in our community. 💛

👉 RSVP here: https://loom.ly/cDuukL4

05/17/2025

This is the kind of story I often covered during my time at WINK. It’s never easy to tell stories like this, but I do think the story was told well.

Being on the other side of a story like this changes your perspective on the importance of telling me stories. Saying the word ‘stories’ doesn’t even feel appropriate anymore. They’re no longer stories, but someone’s life.  I felt myself get desensitized to ‘stories’ like this while working in news. I’m glad I no longer feel that way. 

Wings up! 🤟💚💙
05/08/2025

Wings up! 🤟💚💙

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