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Beyond the Comfort Zone: Why I’m Diving with Sharks for Queenscourt Hospice

Hannah Finnegan is raising money for Queenscourt Hospice

Shark Dive for Queenscourt · 28 February 2026 ·

12 brave swimmers will be taking part in a Shark Dive for Queenscourt, at the Blue Planet Aquarium, on Saturday 18th April!

Story

For eight years, I worked on a production line where talking was a distraction.

​13 months ago, I traded components for connection as the Lifestyle & Wellbeing Coordinator at Ivy Gate Lodge nursing home. This role changed me—it’s brought me out of my shell 🐚 and showed me just how vital local care really is 🙌

The Challenge:

On Saturday 18th April, I’m doing the unthinkable! I’m diving into a tank of sharks at The Blue Planet Aquarium! 🌊🦈

The Cause:

Our neighbours at Queenscourt Hospice (less than a mile from our front door!) are making an urgent fund appeal. As they are a pillar of the community in Southport, providing dignity and specialist care when families need it most, I’m stepping out of my comfort zone because Queenscourt is worth the "weight"! 🥇

​My job is rarely the 'quiet life,' but I'm turning up the volume even more to support Queenscourt Hospice’s emergency appeal. Please consider sponsoring my dive—every penny raised helps them continue their incredible work.

Looking for some 'Coordi-nation' wide support—will you join me?

It’s never too late to dive into something new and grab life by the fins

Thanks for reading! I’m 'shore' your messages will make my day 💙

- Hannah 'Finn' Finnegan

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We believe no-one should face a life-limiting illness alone. Our aim is to give adults with far advanced, serious and progressive diseases the best possible Specialist Palliative Care free of charge, whilst supporting their families and carers.

Due to the impact of Coronavirus we are experiencing a significant loss of income which as a small charity with a BIG reach will hit us hard.

we are therefore grateful for your support at this challenging time, as it will make all the difference.

Thank you for helping to keep Queenscourt in service.

Donation summary

Total
£871.00
+ £116.00 Gift Aid
Online
£844.00
Offline
£27.00

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