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Dr. O Memorial 5K and 1-Mile Run/Walk

By: Mount Carmel Fitness Center Staff

August 22, 2024, 3:54 pm - Categories: Center Events

Run in remembrance.

Join us for a memorial 5K run and 1-mile walk in honor of Dr. Jack O’Handley. Dr. O’Handley was deeply loved by his community for his kind, compassionate care as a doctor and peer. He served as the Medical Director of the Mount Carmel Street Medicine program for over 25 years, and previously led the Mount Carmel Family Medicine Residency program as the program director.

This race takes place on Dr. O’s birthday to continue to celebrate him and his achievements. Registration fees and donations support the Mount Carmel Street Medicine Program, which provides free urgent medical care to those in our community who are uninsured, underinsured, unhoused or struggling to access affordable medical care. Dr. O’Handley dedicated countless hours to the success of this program and the medical care of our community.

5K and 1-mile run/walk details:

Date: Saturday, November 2
Time: 9 am
Cost: $30

All participants will receive an event t-shirt and a finisher medal. For more information about the race, to register or to donate, please click here.

Course details:

The race will begin at the Mount Carmel Lewis Center, go across the Len Fisher Memorial Bridge, through North Orange Park and finish back at the Health Center. Whether you’re looking to race or just want to comfortably walk, all fitness levels are welcome. Strollers and jogging strollers are welcome, as well as dogs on a leash (dogs not permitted in the Health Center or Fitness Center).

Join us after the race. Celebrate your accomplishment with hot chocolate, coffee and light snacks served inside the Fitness Center following the race.

Run for a cause this November and achieve your fitness goals. For more information, please call 740-879-4850 or visit the Member Services desk.