Hull care workers brave bungee jump to raise over £1,000 for SHINE Fund

Two care workers from Hull-based HICA Homecare have raised more than £1,000 for the organisation’s SHINE Fund by completing a sponsored tandem bungee jump at Salford Quays.

Carole Leach, care supervisor, and Sharon Foster, care coordinator, took the plunge despite Sharon having a fear of heights.

The SHINE Fund helps to create life-enhancing experiences for people supported by the HICA Group, a not-for-profit organisation which operates care homes and community-based care services across the North of England, including HICA Homecare in Hull.

Steph Smith, manager at Hull Homecare, said: “I’m so proud of Carole and Sharon, not just for going through with the jump, but for the effort they’ve made to raise money for a cause that benefits so many of the people we care for. They’re a fantastic example of the dedication we see every day in our team.”

The pair took on the challenge to raise funds for the SHINE initiative, which provides extras that fall outside of core care funding such as day trips, special events or personalised items that bring joy to service users.

Sharon said: “It was a terrifying but amazing experience and knowing we were doing it for such a worthwhile cause helped get us through it. The support from colleagues, friends, and families has been overwhelming.”

Carole added: “I’m still in shock that we did it! But the best part is knowing the money raised will go straight back into helping people we support enjoy meaningful experiences and moments.”