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The 12 volunteers who took the plunge from 12,000 feet at Headcorn, in Kent, included hospital staff from Romford and Ilford who managed to raise £6,800 and counting. Among the dozen was Debbie Edwards, patient co-ordinator at Queen’s, whose “unforgettable experience” put her on top of the world. “The skydive did not disappoint,” she said.
“There was an adrenalin rush jumping out of the plane at 12,000 feet up. “I decided to take part in the skydive to raise money for the hospitals’ charity and loved the challenge and the experience that gave you an incredible feeling being on top of the world. I cannot wait to do it again.
” The group completed a tandem skydive in aid of King George and Queen’s Hospitals Charity on April 6. The money raised is for projects to benefit patients, families and staff to improve care and provide extras that make a difference during a stay in hospital. Kyra Swaby, who looks after communications and marketing at the charity, said: “Their enthusiasm has raised desperately needed funds as well as awareness of the important work our charity does to support the hospitals.
” The NHS provides necessities such as medical equipment and patient needs, while the charity raises money for the extras to make staying in hospital “the best it can be”. The charity also funds lifesaving equipment, as well as projects helping children through their treatment and making sure families can stay close during a patient’s stay in hospital. It raises money to transform underused spaces into healing areas for patients and for staff to take a break from the hospital environment such as the Lavender Garden.
Wellwishers can donate online at the charity’s supportyourhospital.com website..
