Tipperary people being urged to run, jog or walk 5k to raise funds for Aware

Tipperary people are being asked to walk, jog, run or hike their favourite 5k route this month to raise fuds for Aware.

From Friday, December 9, to Sunday, December, 11 people in Tipperary are being encouraged to come together physically or virtually to be part of this fun, festive and healthy event to support Aware’s vital services campaign to helping people impacted by depression and bipolar disorder.

The annual Aware Christmas 5k is one of the charity’s most important fundraising events of the year.  Aware, which was established in 1985, is the national organisation providing free support, education, and information for people impacted by depression, bipolar disorder, and related mood conditions.

In 2021, 29,000 people directly benefited from Aware’s support services, and a further over 8,000 people took part in education programmes facilitated by Aware.

Online registration is now open at aware.ie/christmas5K  at a cost of €25 per person. Each participant will receive a custom medal that doubles as a Christmas tree decoration and a treat from event sponsor Cadbury.

If you are impacted by depression, bipolar disorder or other mood related conditions, you can contact Aware’s free support line seven days a week from 10am to 10pm on 1800-804848.

For more information on Aware or to register for the 2022 virtual Christmas 5K fundraiser, visit aware.ie/christmas5k