A GRANDAUGHTER is taking on an impressive challenge to raise money for a cause close to her heart.

Nicola Hook, 28, from Benfleet, is taking on the Tower Abseil at Southend Hospital, for her grandmother who has been diagnosed with vascular dementia.

Being held on Saturday, May 13 all the money she raises will go to the hospital’s £100,000 Dementia Appeal.

This will be Nicola’s first abseil. She said: “I am excited about it. I am not scared of heights and want to do as much as I can to raise money for dementia sufferers.” Call 01702 385337 to take part.