Gemma Thompson took part in the 2021 St Giles abseil in memory of her father, Paul Hatchcroft, who received care from our Hospice at Home team after being diagnosed with cancer.

She said: After taking part in the abseil last year, Im doing it again this year with my husband, Jonathan.

I have two motivations for taking part really; to raise awareness for the exceptional support St Giles Hospice provides to families like mine and to conquer my fear of heights. When Im at the top of the building waiting for my abseil down, Ill be thinking of my dad. He always used to say Be happy and do something to make you smile.

The nurses were absolutely amazing in supporting my dad in his final days and the rest of our family. They explained to us everything that was happening, but in a way that we would understand, making what was already a very scary time, that little bit easier.