STAFF from Thorner CE Primary School, Leeds were sent 120 feet down the side of a building at Leeds Metropolitan University last weekend to raise money for The Stroke Association.
The daring team joined 110 other brave souls who rose to the challenge and were rewarded with panoramic views across Leeds city centre and to the hills beyond, raising about £20,000.
Louise Elliott, Regional Fundraising Manager, said: "I'd like t
o give a big thank you to everyone who took part this weekend to support The Stroke Association's fight against the third biggest killer.
Disability
"Stroke is the leading cause of severe disability in the UK and the funds raised will help The Stroke Association to support local people living with the effects of stroke."
For further information about stroke or The Stroke Association, contact the Stroke Information Service on 0845 303 3100, or visit the website at www.stroke.org.uk.
The Stroke Association is the only UK charity solely concerned with combating stroke in people of all ages.
The charity funds research into prevention, treatment, better methods of rehabilitation and helps stroke patients and their families directly through its community services which include communication support, family and carer support, information services, welfare grants, publications and leaflets.
Educates
The association also campaigns, educates and informs to increase knowledge of stroke at all levels of society acting as a voice for everyone affected by stroke.
The Stroke Helpline provides information on stroke to the general public and is open between 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday on 0845 3033 100. More information can be found at www.stroke.org.uk.
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