Three colleagues from a Derby care home are taking part in this year’s Great North Run to raise money for residents.

Kate Prince, Racheal Simpson and Carly Theobald of MHA Willowcroft will be taking part in the world’s largest half marathon on 10 September to raise funds for the home’s amenities fund.

Theobald, admin manager said: “It’s the first time any of us are doing something like this.

“The idea came off the back of Jan Chebrika, our regional fundraiser discussing it with Kate, the home manger and we succumbed to it.

“Me and Rachael have been going for walks and runs which is hopefully going to prepare us for the day.

“The event is for everyone, regardless of ability and you don’t have to be an elite runner to take part.

“We have set up a Just Giving page which we hope will help to raise some funds for the residents. 

“So far we have raised more than £200 and are confident we will achieve the target.

“We have been preparing for the run as best we can and hope we can do the home proud and complete the task at hand.”

Good luck ladies!

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