A mother from Bromsgrove will be taking part in a tandem parachute jump to raise vital funds for Epilepsy Action, the UK’s largest member-led epilepsy charity.
Sharon Crofts will attempt the ‘once in a life time’ experience on Tuesday 14 April and has already raised over £300. She’ll be jumping from a height of up to 13,000 feet and will free-fall at 120mph, all to support people living with this serious and often over-looked condition.
Sharon said: “Our son was eventually diagnosed with epilepsy last year at the age of 15 months. It was a very difficult time for all the family and we’re really pleased the medication is now controlling his seizures. Epilepsy Action’s advice and information has been a great support and I want to raise as much money as possible for the charity and the many people needing its support.”
She continued: “I’m really excited about the jump. There’s eight of us taking part for various charities and we can’t wait. I am most looking forward to the adrenaline rush and the feeling of freedom!”
To show your support for Sharon and Epilepsy Action, please visit www.justgiving.com/sharoncrofts and donate online.
The money raised by Sharon will help fund the vital advice and information services provided by the charity. Last year, Epilepsy Action directly helped more than 686,500 people through a range of services, including its advice and information centre, branch network, Epilepsy Helpline freephone 0808 800 5050 and award-winning website, www.epilepsy.org.uk