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The IAM Strong Foundation 5K is back!
The IAM Strong Foundation seeks to shatter the stigma of mental health struggles in teens. Registration for the 2019 5K is now open.
The IAM Strong Foundation 5K Run/Walk will take place on Sunday, May 5 at 9 a.m. This popular event began in 2015 and is back after a one year hiatus. The IAM Strong Foundation was created in February of 2015 and seeks to shatter the stigma of mental health struggles in adolescents.
The off road 5K will take place beginning at the Charles Flahive Field at Westwood High School.
There will be a 1.5 mile route for those preferring a shorter option, as well as music, a silent auction, a raffle, and a special balloon release, to show how mental health has affected the lives of friends and loved ones. The previous 5K events have been positive, community building events for all ages and the IAM Strong Foundation is looking forward to hosting this year’s event.
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Pre-Registration for the Run/Walk is now open. Please register by April 8 to be guaranteed a t-shirt. Details and registration instructions can be found at www.iamstrongfoundation.org.
The IAM Strong Foundation based in Westwood, MA, works to shatter the stigma associated with teen mental health issues, emphasizing the need to treat mental health issues no differently than physical health issues.