Carers First are excited to announce that they are participating in the Jane Tomlinson’s Run For All Lincoln 10k, a fantastic opportunity for both staff and supporters to come together for a meaningful cause.
The charity is looking for runners and volunteers to help them make the event a success. Whether you're an avid runner or just want to get involved, your participation will make a difference.
This event will raise awareness and vital funds to support unpaid carers in Lincolnshire. Your donations will go towards funding meaningful groups and activities that provide these carers with much-needed support.
Lyndsey Milne cares for her mum, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s four years ago. She recently identified as a carer with Carers First and will be running in the Lincoln 10k to support the charity.
She said: “The hardest part of being in a caring role for my mum is not having her be my parent in some ways. That’s tough and having support to be able to come to terms with that is really important.
“I wasn’t aware that Carers First existed, I wasn’t aware any support for me as my mother’s carer existed.
“Being an unpaid carer is not a choice. Being an unpaid carer is done out of pure love, sometimes at great expense. A charity that supports people who sacrifice their own lives to love and support others has to be worth running for.
“I am very much looking forward to running the 10k and raising money for Carers First. I think it’s an incredibly special charity.”
Sam Marshall, Carers First Volunteer Manager, is organising the charity’s participation in the event.
She said: “This is your chance to lace up your trainers, fundraise for an amazing cause, and represent Team Carers First! We’re asking our passionate fundraisers to raise £100 each to help make a real difference.
“Not up for running? No problem! We’re also looking for volunteers to help marshal at the event and support all the runners, making some extra noise for Team Carers First!
“Let’s come together to support this important cause. We appreciate your involvement and contributions to making a positive impact!”
If you're interested in helping out as a volunteer, please email sam.marshall@carersfirst.org.uk or email volunteer@carersfirst.org.uk to join the event as a runner!
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