Salisbury Hospice nurses to skydive in support of patients
They'll be swapping uniforms for jumpsuits over Old Sarum
Four Salisbury Hospice nurses are taking to the skies in support of the charity.
Matron Emma Evans and nurses Lisa-Marie Morphett, Jodie Oldrid, and Kristina Earle will swap their uniforms for jumpsuits for a skydive at Old Sarum.
The group are aiming to highlight the spirit shown by patients and families cared for every day at the hospice.
Lisa-Marie said the challenge is two-fold for her: “This is a huge challenge for me personally, and I wanted to give something back to the incredible work our hospice does. We rely on the support of our wonderful community to keep our work going, whether financially or through volunteering, and no one will ever know when they might need that support themselves. My patients come with a huge amount of fighting spirit and resilience, and they leave me in awe every day. I’m doing this for every one of them.”
Jodie said it's all about making sure people can continue to get the help they need: “As a nurse working in the hospice, I see first-hand the incredible difference we make in the lives of patients and their families during the most challenging moments. The care we provide goes beyond medical support, it’s about dignity, comfort and compassion at the end of life.
"Jumping out of a plane might seem extreme, but it’s nothing compared to the courage our patients show each and every day. I’m doing this in their honour and to ensure everyone who needs it can receive the personalised care we provide, free of charge and full of heart.”
The group are set to take their leap on 14th September and we can support them here.