WORCESTER, Mass. — The Jewish Healthcare Center and Patrick Motors are hosting their 19th Annual “Home” Run/Walk 5K on Sunday, September 18.This 5k fund-raising event, presented by Patrick Motors in memory of Miriam and Merle Patrick, takes place at the Healthcare Center, 629 Salisbury St. in Worcester, starting at 10 a.m.

This year it is anticipated that more than 100 runners will participate, running on the route of the 3.1-mile run/walk and a short loop for walkers. Prizes will be awarded to the top runners in all age categories. The cost is $15 for runners ($20 the day of the event) and free to walkers.

The event includes a complimentary bagel brunch sponsored by Price Chopper, including Table Talk Pies for runners and their families; a free T-Shirt to the first 100 registrants; fun activities for the kids, including a bouncy house and face painting; a short walking loop option; prizes; and participants can run/walk with their dogs.

Neil Patrick got involved with the Home Run 5K 19 years ago. Since then, he has raised thousands of dollars for the JHC through the road race. Hundreds of sponsors around the Worcester community support the race every year. According to Neil “I started helping with the road race because of the great work Jewish Healthcare does for the community, and I feel strongly about continuing to support the center.”

“The goal of this event is to raise much needed funds to support JHC’s mission and to care for our elderly, rehabilitation and hospice/homecare patients, said Jody Fredman, director of development. “JHC’s focus is senior care in our facility and at home for those who live in Central Mass and beyond. We are truly thankful for Neil Patrick’s support over the years to JHC.”

Sponsors will receive their names on the back of the race t-shirts, the JHC’s winter newsletter and its social media pages.

To register visit: https://raceroster.com/63029. For more information or to be a sponsor, contact Jody Fredman at (508) 798-8653, ext. 2140.