5K to benefit Autism and Related Disorders Alliance

By THE STAR STAFF

The Puerto Rico Certified Public Accountants Association (CCPA by its initials in Spanish) on Tuesday announced its “Charting Our Course, Beyond the Numbers” 5-kilometer road race, which will take place Sunday, Nov. 2 starting at 4 p.m. from the Atrium of the Capital Center Building in Hato Rey.

The event aims to promote health and well-being on the island, and this year it benefits the Autism and Related Disorders Alliance of Puerto Rico. The Alliance is a non-profit organization whose mission is to improve the lives of people impacted by autism by supporting parents in the identification, treatment, and management of the condition; raising awareness about autism in Puerto Rico and in society at large; advocating for the needs of the autistic population; and offering adults with autism the opportunity to develop independent lives.

CCPA President David Rodríguez emphasized that “the 5K is an opportunity to unite as a community, not only to promote a healthy lifestyle, but also to support a worthy cause that helps us strengthen, raise awareness, and create empathy for those unfamiliar with autism.”

The event will begin with health clinics starting at 1 p.m., including lung function and the Clock Drawing Test (for detecting Alzheimer’s). There will also be a children’s race at 2:30 p.m., live music, and enjoyments for the entire family. Prizes will also be awarded for first place.

Those interested in participating can register by visiting https://my.raceresult.com/364919/registration.