I have been privileged to work as an audiologist with the University of Southampton's Auditory Implant Service (AIS) for approximately 3 years.  The AIS does a wonderful job in supporting severely-to-profoundly deaf people with cochlear implants.  Hearing Dogs for Deaf People is a national charity that supports this population in another way, by providing hearing dogs who can alert their owners to environmental sounds, keep them safe, and give them loving companionship.  Please help me to support this worthwhile cause by sponsoring my descent down the Spinnaker Tower - your generous donation has the power to change lives.