We are delighted to recognise the achievements of our Colleague, H&WB Champion and MHFAider Ann McCann from Loughshore EOTAS on her recent Sky Dive, raising funds for Autism NI. Ann shared with us that:

“The Skydive experience surpassed all my expectations, in addition to supporting AutismNI I had my own thanksgiving reason: recovery from surgery after an accident earlier this year, learning to walk again with plates and pins after multiple fractures in my leg and ankle.

While waiting for my skydive I had a very insightful conversation with a Skydive Instructor about the potential health and wellbeing benefits of skydiving, including its potential help in some cases, processing grief. I have found that my skydiving experience allowed me to see the world differently, not only in terms of a 15000 feet high perspective on the beauty and serenity of our planet but also, (particularly during the freefall stage) providing a renewed appreciation of the value of faith, trust and life.”

Ann also joined the EA Open Water Network in December for her very first cold water dip, which Ann states “won’t be her last”

Please see below just giving link for anyone who wishes to support Ann’s fundraising efforts

https://www.justgiving.com/page/ann-mccann-1728587360884?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL