FOUR brave Salisbury Hospice nurses will soon be take a leap of faith as they look to raise some much-needed funds.

They will be swapping their for uniforms for jumpsuits as they take on a daring skydive on September 14.

Matron Emma Evans, alongside nurses Lisa-Marie Morphett, Jodie Oldrid, and Kristina Earle, will leap from 10,000 feet at GoSkydive, Old Sarum.

The event, themed around bravery and courage, aims to highlight the incredible spirit shown by patients and families cared for by the hospice every day.

For Lisa-Marie Morphett, the challenge is both personal and professional.

“This is a huge challenge for me personally, and I wanted to give something back to the incredible work our hospice does,” she said.

“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.

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“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 Oldrid echoed the sentiment, emphasising the courage she witnesses every day.

“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,” she said.

“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 team has raised £642 so far, with a target of £1,350.

The charity is inviting members of the public to take part in the Skydive for a Nurse fundraiser and jump alongside the nurses.

Every jump helps raise vital funds to ensure we can continue providing outstanding end-of-life care across Salisbury and the surrounding community.

Supporters can cheer on the team and make a donation through the nurses’ fundraising page: https://salisburyhospicecharity.enthuse.com/pf/hospice-nurses

Further information about the event or to sign up for a skydive, can be found on the charity website www.salisburyhospicecharity.org.uk