2275 Pulaski Hwy, Newark DE
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
🏃♀️ Event Overview
We are two Delaware Occupational and Speech Therapists who are planning the 3rd Annual Stroke Awareness 5k Run/Walk event.
💡 Community Support
- Need Identified: We have identified a need for support and awareness in our community for stroke survivors and their caregivers.
- Community Connection: Our hope is to connect this wonderful community with local businesses and resources to shed a light on this important cause.
💰 Proceeds Purpose
Proceeds from this race will go towards supporting our foundation's financial grant that is available to anyone living within the state of Delaware, to be used for any stroke related care not covered by insurance. Some costs that the grant covers include but are not limited to:
- Adaptive Clothing: Support for dressing needs.
- Equipment: Adaptive equipment to improve safety and quality of life.
- Transportation: Transportation to and from appointments.
- Speech Devices: Speech generating devices, and thickener secondary to dysphagia.
🌐 Additional Information
Check out our website at www.shinealightonstroke.org and our social media @shinealightonstroke (Facebook and Instagram).
✉️ Contact Us
Feel free to reach out to us via email at shinealightonstroke@gmail.com.
📅 Event Details
Date: May 9, 2026
Location: 2275 Pulaski Hwy, Newark, DE
For more information and registration, visit the race page: Shine A Light On Stroke.
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