"Since 1996, Heartswell has raised over 1 million pounds, through the hardwork of our members, volunteers, supporters and the generosity of the general public.  Heartswell has provided vital cardiac equipment and services for hospitals in Devon and Cornwall which is not usually funded by the NHS.  Our achievements include, £125,000 for a Electrocardiography Computer System, £64,000 To Derriford Hospital for an Echo Machine and TOE Probe.  Our greatest achievement remains the construction of Heartswell Lodge in 2001, providing high quality accommodation for the families and carers of heart patients in Derriford Hospital."

Some of you may recall that a few years ago my Grandfather had a heart attack and spent some time in Derriford Hospital in Plymouth.  His time in there consisted of lying completely flat on his back counting ceiling tiles for a few weeks (I think he got to 63!)  Thanks to Heartswells funding we knew that he was in the best of hands and thankfully he is still behaving like the big kid that he's always been!

Thanks to the fabulous work of Heartswell my Grandmother had a comfortable place to stay in the Heartswell Lodge close to the hospital where she could escape from the emotional toil but was close enough to be with him at a moments notice.

For some time I have been wanting to give back and say thanks to this charity so hey, why not jump out of a plane I thought.

Plus you only turn 30 once!

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