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Madeleine plans 150ft plunge for Down Syndrome Ireland
TAKING THE PLUNGE: Madeleine Doyle from Beaufort is planning to abseil 150 feet from the roof of Croke Park for Down Syndrome Ireland. Photo: Michelle Crean
By Michelle Crean
Abseiling 150ft down from the roof of Croke Park will be an exciting adventure for one local woman who plans to raise funds for a charity close to her heart.
Madeleine Doyle from Beaufort, who is now living in Ballycasheen, is planning to take part in 'Abseil Croke Park 4 DSI' challenge on Saturday, October 24.
And the funds raised will go to the Ability Programme which will help to secure meaningful employment for young adults in Ireland with Down Syndrome.
"I have a younger brother with Down Syndrome - James who is aged 22," Madeleine explained to the Killarney Advertiser.
"The Ability programme is aimed to help James and others like him to find work in an area that is of interest to them, to help them grow professionally and gain confidence."
James, who loves music and sport, is currently working in Deenagh Lodge in Killarney and attends a 'Skills 4 Life' programme through St God of Gods in the IT Tralee.
And Madeleine says that she feels the the abseil was meant to be as it is falling on the day of her birthday.
"I took that as a sign to take the plunge - literally! I now have something to do on my birthday, I'm so excited, I can't wait."
Madeleine set up a Facebook donation page: Madeleine’s Abseil Croke Park for DSI and also an iDonate page with the same name where people can contribute if they wish. Her original target was €250 and to date almost €2,400 has been raised.
"Thanks to everyone who has supported me so far. I genuinely wouldn't have expected to get remotely close to it. People are wonderful especially in these uncertain times."
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