The Metuchen Milers: Steps of Hope Virtual 5k Support AUTISM - Akhil Autism Foundation The Sensory Pathway Center
Friday, October 20 – Sunday, October 22, 2023
Past event
6:00 AM EDT
Edison, New Jersey
$32.80 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Join the movement for a brighter future at the Metuchen Milers: Steps of Hope Virtual 5K, taking place from October 20 to October 22, 2023! This exciting virtual race allows participants to run or walk a full 5K (3.1 miles) from any location around the globe. Whether you choose to hit the pavement at dawn or under the stars, you can complete your run anytime during the event weekend, making it a perfect fit for everyone’s schedule.
This inspiring event is not only a celebration of fitness but also a crucial fundraiser for the Akhil Autism Foundation's new Sensory Pathway Center in Edison, Middlesex. The center promises to provide a safe and engaging environment for individuals with autism and other neurodiverse conditions, offering innovative therapies and support. By participating, you contribute to a wonderful cause that empowers families and enhances the lives of those affected by autism. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference while enjoying the great outdoors—register today and be a part of this meaningful journey!
This inspiring event is not only a celebration of fitness but also a crucial fundraiser for the Akhil Autism Foundation's new Sensory Pathway Center in Edison, Middlesex. The center promises to provide a safe and engaging environment for individuals with autism and other neurodiverse conditions, offering innovative therapies and support. By participating, you contribute to a wonderful cause that empowers families and enhances the lives of those affected by autism. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference while enjoying the great outdoors—register today and be a part of this meaningful journey!
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THE METUCHEN MILERS: STEPS OF HOPE VIRTUAL 5K is a virtual run where you can run at any location in the world. You must run or walk (or both) a full 5K (3.1 miles) at one time. You can do this on the day of your choice starting at
12:00AM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20 UNTIL 11:59 PM SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22.
Description
The Metuchen Milers: Steps of Hope Virtual 5K is a benefit event to support The Akhil Autism Foundations new Sensory Pathway Center; a state-of-the-art facility designed to provide a safe, engaging, empowering and educational space for individuals with autism and other neurodiverse individuals.
All proceeds benefit The Sensory Pathway Center, a nonprofit organization supported by the Akhil Autism Foundation, holding a 501(c)(3) status. You can learn more about the center and the Ahkil Autism Center by watching this video on YouTube.
Visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pn-hrfCZk4o
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pn-hrfCZk4o) or
www.akhilautismfoundation.org http://www.akhilautismfoundation.org
https://www.aafsensorypathway.com/
Metuchen Miles Running Club is partnering with the Ahkil Autism Foundation. Based in Metuchen, NJ Our mission is to support running and walking in all communities while also supporting important charities and causes.
The mission of the Ahkil Autism Foundation is to provide parents who have autistic children with the correct education, support, research, and treatment to allow their child to live an independent life.
Register to be a part of our journey to make the autism community a brighter and more inclusive place.
90% of Autistic Individuals Have Sensory Issues. The Sensory Pathway Center provides comprehensive services in a warm, compassionate environment to empower individuals and their families.
The Sensory Pathway Center uses cutting-edge digital solutions to revolutionize care for all autism, and other neurodevelopmental disabilities and other abilites.
Our state-of-the-art Sensory Gym is designed to provide a safe, engaging space where individuals with autism and other neurodiverse individuals which includes other developmental disabilities and all abilities can explore, develop, and strengthen their sensory skills.
We offer the following:
*Open Gym Hours for Kids & Families: A sensory gym for children to play and explore in a safe and supportive environment.
*Rapid Prompting Method (RPM), an educational technique used to help individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
*Smart Ball Therapy uses an electronic ball component with sensors, creating a unique Iot platform that makes the ball digital and smart.
*Non-verbal communication is the use of body language, facial expressions, gestures, eye contact, tone of voice, and other cues to convey information or emotions without words.
*Sensory integration involves combining sensory inputs from various sources, such as touch, sight, sound, taste, and smell, to create a coherent understanding of the environment.
*Reflex integration refers to the process of integrating and maturing primitive reflexes that are typically present in early infancy. Children with autism may exhibit retained or unintegrated primitive reflexes, which can affect their sensory processing, motor skills, and overall development.
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
12:00AM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20 UNTIL 11:59 PM SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22.
Description
The Metuchen Milers: Steps of Hope Virtual 5K is a benefit event to support The Akhil Autism Foundations new Sensory Pathway Center; a state-of-the-art facility designed to provide a safe, engaging, empowering and educational space for individuals with autism and other neurodiverse individuals.
All proceeds benefit The Sensory Pathway Center, a nonprofit organization supported by the Akhil Autism Foundation, holding a 501(c)(3) status. You can learn more about the center and the Ahkil Autism Center by watching this video on YouTube.
Visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pn-hrfCZk4o
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pn-hrfCZk4o) or
www.akhilautismfoundation.org http://www.akhilautismfoundation.org
https://www.aafsensorypathway.com/
Metuchen Miles Running Club is partnering with the Ahkil Autism Foundation. Based in Metuchen, NJ Our mission is to support running and walking in all communities while also supporting important charities and causes.
The mission of the Ahkil Autism Foundation is to provide parents who have autistic children with the correct education, support, research, and treatment to allow their child to live an independent life.
Register to be a part of our journey to make the autism community a brighter and more inclusive place.
90% of Autistic Individuals Have Sensory Issues. The Sensory Pathway Center provides comprehensive services in a warm, compassionate environment to empower individuals and their families.
The Sensory Pathway Center uses cutting-edge digital solutions to revolutionize care for all autism, and other neurodevelopmental disabilities and other abilites.
Our state-of-the-art Sensory Gym is designed to provide a safe, engaging space where individuals with autism and other neurodiverse individuals which includes other developmental disabilities and all abilities can explore, develop, and strengthen their sensory skills.
We offer the following:
*Open Gym Hours for Kids & Families: A sensory gym for children to play and explore in a safe and supportive environment.
*Rapid Prompting Method (RPM), an educational technique used to help individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
*Smart Ball Therapy uses an electronic ball component with sensors, creating a unique Iot platform that makes the ball digital and smart.
*Non-verbal communication is the use of body language, facial expressions, gestures, eye contact, tone of voice, and other cues to convey information or emotions without words.
*Sensory integration involves combining sensory inputs from various sources, such as touch, sight, sound, taste, and smell, to create a coherent understanding of the environment.
*Reflex integration refers to the process of integrating and maturing primitive reflexes that are typically present in early infancy. Children with autism may exhibit retained or unintegrated primitive reflexes, which can affect their sensory processing, motor skills, and overall development.
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
Location
NA, EDISON, 08837, NJ, United States
The Metuchen Milers: Steps of Hope Virtual 5k Support AUTISM - Akhil Autism Foundation The Sensory Pathway Center
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