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help San Diego County youth learn healthy ways to deal with the stresses they face when family life becomes unpredictable .
The 5K Run & Walk will take place on February 5 , 2022 , at NTC Park in Liberty Station , starting at 9 a . m . This family-friendly race is open to parents , kids , friends , colleagues and anyone interested in a fun morning that will help bring peaceful resolutions to more of our local families in need .
Registrants can sign up as individuals or part of a team and are encouraged to get creative in family-friendly ways by decking themselves and their teams out for the day . All registrants will receive a race t-shirt and bib and a participant medal at the finish line . Teams and individuals can compete for prizes including most creative costume ( s ), largest team and more . Early bird registration is available but pricing goes up after January 30 , and on the day of the event so register early . Tickets include race
entry and access to the festival area with booths provided by our race sponsors .
“ With a successful Peace in the Family 5K , Hannah ’ s will be able to offer more resources to better serve San Diego families before they are in crisis ,” Susan Griffin , Executive Director of Hannah ’ s Family Center and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist shared with GB Magazine . “ We are excited to launch this fundraiser to accelerate the healing of trauma and rebuild family bonds . Strong parenting and co-parenting skills that equip families to find positive solutions are critical to parents ’ ability to successfully handle life ’ s challenges and enable their children to thrive .”
Hannah ’ s Family Helpline provides a free helpline with bilingual English and Spanish therapists who help with issues including tough parenting dilemmas , family conflict and navigation through the Family Court legal system . Families seeking this confidential resource can call 1-833-OUR-KIDZ ( 1-833-687-5439 ) seven days a week from 8 a . m . to 8 p . m .
Sponsorships and volunteer roles are available for organizations and individuals interested in helping bring an even higher level of impact through this event . To sponsor , volunteer or register for the 5K , or for more information on Hannah ’ s Family Center , please visit www . hannahsfamilycenter . org .
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