HANNAH Montgomery of everyLIFE Technologies, took up the challenge of jumping out of a plane from 13,000ft for Contact The Elderly, already raising more than double of her original £500 target.

She said: “I decided to take part in this challenge for Contact The Elderly because since working at everyLIFE Technologies (a care management software) I became aware of how lonely elderly life can be.

“It’s great to think that I will be raising funds to help support vulnerable, lonely people to eat cake, have a cucumber sandwich and most importantly have regular social interaction.

“I cried before I left the plane. I thought I couldn’t breathe during the free fall but I did it. I am completely overwhelmed by people’s generosity for such a great cause, so not only did I pay for my jump so all the money would go to the charity I have also committed to pledging my time to volunteer for Contact the Elderly.”

Mary Rance, CEO of Contact the Elderly, said: “We are hugely grateful to Hannah for taking to the sky in aid of Contact the Elderly, and raising a fantastic £1,000 so far to help us alleviate loneliness amongst older people.

“As the UK population continues to age, the demand for our service has never been greater and therefore the support of individuals like Hannah is imperative to our work.

“With 91 pence of every pound going directly towards the growth of our tea party groups, there has never been a better way to support those who are completely cut off from society.”

“As a charity, we rely on the generosity of individuals like Hannah to help us continue our vital work. Please back Hannah in her fundraising efforts so that Contact The Elderly can continue leading the fight against loneliness.”

To add to Hannah’s funds head over to www.doitforcharity.com/hmontgomery.