There’s still time to donate to Wendy’s Kilimanjaro Fundraising Page: https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/campaign/wendys-kilimanjaro-hike-for-careline-2026
After 8 years with Careline, including six as our Chair of Trustees, Wendy took on the incredible challenge of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to raise funds for Careline. She has completed the challenge and has so far raised £1,195, which is fantastic, but we would love to get to her set total of £2,000, so please donate today!!
WELL DONE, WENDY!!
🌄 She did it! 🌄
We are so proud to share that Wendy Potts, our Chair of Trustees, has successfully completed her Mount Kilimanjaro challenge!
After weeks of training, from long walks and tough workouts to preparing for life at altitude, Wendy took on the climb and made it all the way. An incredible achievement, and a huge personal challenge completed.
She’s shared some wonderful photos from the journey, which we will be sharing soon, giving a glimpse into what has been such a special and memorable experience.
All of this has been in support of Careline, helping us continue to provide regular, friendly calls to people who may otherwise feel isolated or alone.
There’s still time to donate and support the work we do at Careline:
👉 https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/campaign/wendys-kilimanjaro-hike-for-careline-2026
Wendy is now enjoying a very well-earned rest after an unforgettable adventure, and we couldn’t be prouder. 💙
From training… to Tanzania… to Kilimanjaro! 
🌄 She’s going to the top of Africa… for Careline! 🌄
We are incredibly proud to share that our Chair of Trustees, Wendy Potts, will be climbing Mount Kilimanjaro this year to raise funds for Careline.
In March, Wendy will begin her ascent of the highest mountain in Africa, standing at 5,895 metres, all to support our free telephone befriending service for people across the Derbyshire Dales and East Staffordshire.
It’s 6 days of trekking, high altitude, tough terrain and serious determination. And she’s doing it to help us continue providing regular, friendly calls to people who may otherwise have no one to talk to.
Wendy has been involved with Careline for (number of years) and has seen first-hand the difference a simple phone call can make. This challenge is her way of giving back in a truly unforgettable way.
Every donation, no matter the size, will help us:
• Provide weekly befriending calls
• Support people who are lonely or isolated
• Train and support our amazing volunteers
• Keep our service free at the point of use
If you’d like to support Wendy (and cheer her on from sea level!), you can donate here:
Wendy is aiming to raise £2,000 – let’s help her reach it!
Please do share this post to help us spread the word and support Wendy on this incredible challenge.
Thank you, Wendy – we’ll be behind you every step of the way. 💙
You can also watch Wendy talk about the challenge here: https://youtu.be/tdvztdW2_NY?si=jtCjcJtuGVAwSs9w
#Careline #KilimanjaroChallenge #CommunitySupport #Fundraising
Wendy has been part of Careline for many years, including six as our Chair of Trustees, and this March she’s taking one of her toughest challenges to date: hiking Mount Kilimanjaro.
Standing at nearly 6,000 metres, Kilimanjaro is a demanding, high-altitude climb that requires months of training, determination and resilience. Wendy is taking on this challenge to support Careline to raise vital funds for the service she has helped guide and support.
Careline is a small, independent charity offering free telephone befriending calls to adults across the Derbyshire Dales, Erewash and East Staffordshire. Our volunteers bring comfort, connection and companionship to people who may be feeling lonely, isolated, or simply in need of someone to talk to.
Our volunteers bring comfort, connection and companionship to people who may be feeling lonely, isolated, or simply in need of someone to talk to.
This challenge is Wendy’s way of giving back to a service she deeply believes in.
💙 It’s good to chat — and your support helps us keep these conversations going.
👉 Donate here: Wendy’s Kilimanjaro Hike for Careline
Every donation, no matter the size, helps us provide the friendship calls that mean so much to the people we support.
We held our Christmas Fair on Saturday 6th December, and what a truly fabulous day it was! It was so lovely to see so many people come along, including some of our own members, to enjoy the festive atmosphere.
There were plenty of stalls to browse, a raffle and tombola, festive treats, mince pies and refreshments, and we were even lucky enough to have Santa pop in to spread some Christmas cheer! 🎅✨
Thanks to everyone’s generosity and support, we’re absolutely delighted to say we raised around £1,160, which is an incredible achievement.
We’d also like to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to the following local businesses who very kindly donated prizes for our raffle:
Your support really does make such a difference, and we’re so grateful.
A special thank you as well to Chameleon Choir, who came along and filled the space with beautiful Christmas songs, helping to make the day feel even more festive 🎶✨
And finally, thank you to all of our wonderful volunteers; those who donated, helped organise, ran stalls, and supported us on the day. We truly couldn’t have done it without you.
Thank you to everyone who attended and supported us – we hope you enjoyed the day as much as we did.
🎄 Festive Fun with Careline! 🎄
Join us on Saturday 6th December, 11am–1pm, at St. Oswald’s Church Hall, Ashbourne for two hours of festive cheer!
✨ Enjoy a delicious mince pie
✨ Browse our Christmas stalls
✨ Listen to beautiful carols from the Chameleon Choir
✨ Bring the little ones to meet Santa! 🎅🏻
🎁 Raffle tickets are now on sale!
We’ve got loads of fantastic prizes to be won on the day, including our top prize: a gorgeous Christmas food hamper worth £60.
All proceeds support Careline, helping us continue our vital work with people who are lonely, isolated, and vulnerable.
We’d love to see you there, come and start the festive season with us! ❤️
Thank You! 
🚶♀️ Join Us for the Careline Fundraising Walk 2025! 🚶♂️
📅 When: Saturday 6th September 2025
🕙 Time: 10am start (registration from 9:30am)
📍 Where: Carsington Water, starting at the Visitor Centre Car Park, Big Lane, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 1ST
We’ll be walking the beautiful 8-mile loop around the reservoir – with a shorter walk available if you prefer. Everyone’s welcome, including your four-legged friends 🐾💛
Can’t make it? You can still help!
💙 Sponsor the Careline Team – every penny counts and means so much.
💙 Organise your own walk/run/hike with friends or family to support Careline.
How to Donate:
🔗 Online: https://donate.giveasyoulive.com/campaign/walk-for-careline
💌 Cheque: Payable to Careline, St. Oswald’s Hospital, Clifton Road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1DR
📩 To join the walk or request a sponsorship form, email carolyn@carelinecalling.org.uk
💖 Thank you so much for your support – let’s make this year’s walk our best yet!
📞 More info: Call Careline on 01335 210353
