Lydia's Run 5k

About Lydia's House of Hope

Our transitional-living program is for women and children who have been affected by homelessness due to poverty, domestic violence, addiction, and generational trauma.

Program Features

• Case management: Support to ensure necessary resources are accessed.
• Nurse advocacy: Health care support and services.
• Occupational therapy: Assistance with skill development.
• Mental health counseling: Emotional support for individuals.
• Substance abuse counseling: Recovery support and guidance.
• Trauma therapy: Healing from past experiences.
• Life skills classes: Over 50 classes covering parenting, nutrition, work readiness, time management, finance, and more.

Holistic Approach

Lydia's House of Hope believes a holistic program helps families to heal as well as provides the skills necessary to transition from homelessness to wholeness.

Get Involved

We invite you to contact us or volunteer and learn how you along with our community can transform the lives of women, mothers, and children.

Grace House

We are pleased to introduce Grace House, the newest LHOH step up program especially for semi-independent living. We give women the skills to end generational trauma and we stay connected with them on their journey to wholeness.

Event Details

• Date: September 19, 2026
• Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Location: 120 Maple Street, Somersworth, NH 03878, behind St. Martin's Church in the parking lot.
• Website: www.lydiashousenh.org

In Honor of Lydia Valdez

We race in honor of the young Lydia Valdez, her light and love are the inspiration for Lydia's House of Hope.

• Celebration: You are invited to celebrate Lydia's birthday by lacing up your sneakers to help us continue supporting families dealing with addiction, homelessness, and generational trauma.

Event Activities

LHOH is excited to be raffling off some amazing donations. There will be activities for all ages during and after the race! If you cannot run, please inquire about volunteering, make a donation, or cheer on our runners. Businesses are always welcome to sponsor events. All are welcome and we cannot wait to see everyone from the community rally to help inspire generational wellness and healing!

Awards

The top female and top male winner will receive a customized medal, and winners in each category will receive a ribbon. After the walk/run, enjoy awesome post-race activities and refreshments!

Family Friendly Event

Bring the kids and the dogs! Thank you for your continued support!

Race Registration

For further details and to register for the race, visit Lydia's Run.