Registration Now Underway for 18th Annual Step Out for Hospice

Registrations are now being accepted for the 18th annual Step Out for Hospice walk/run on Sunday, Sept. 27, beginning at the Irish American Club of Woburn on 147 Main St.

The event benefits VNA Hospice Care, a nonprofit organization that provides care and compassion to individuals and families facing the challenges of life-limiting illness and loss. VNA Hospice Care is based in Woburn and serves area communities including Wakefield.

Step Out for Hospice features a free 1-Mile Fun Run at 11:30 a.m. for children ages 13 and under. Prizes and a limited number of T-shirts will be available for Fun Run participants.

The 3-Mile Walk starts at noon, and 5-mile Road Race at 12:30 pm. Participants are invited to enjoy the post-walk/run festivities, including live music and dancing, chowder, hotdogs, popcorn, beer, and raffle.

Preregister now for the Walk or Road Race for a discounted fee of $30. Step Out for Hospice sweatshirts are guaranteed for Walk and Road Race entries received bySept. 23. The Fun Run is free; preregistration is appreciated.

To register, visit www.vnahospicecare.org or call Meaghan Gangi, development associate for VNA Hospice Care, at 781-569-2820. Register at the event beginning at 10 a.m. for $40.