Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital to Host "A Walk to Remember" 5K in Support of Rachel’s Gift
October 16, 2024
On October 19, 2024, Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital (LCRH) and The Women’s Center will sponsor "A Walk to Remember," a 5K Run/Walk dedicated to raising awareness about infant loss. This poignant event will take place at MedPark West, starting at the Lake Cumberland Imaging Center at 6:30 PM. The race is part of the 2024 Lake Cumberland Run/Walk Series, with all proceeds going to Rachel’s Gift, a non-profit organization offering care and support to families experiencing pregnancy loss, stillbirth, or infant death.
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is proud to be the only hospital in the region partnering with Rachel’s Gift to provide this critical service to bereaved families in Kentucky. This partnership ensures that grieving parents in our area receive the compassionate care and support they need during such a difficult time.
Rachel’s Gift provides essential resources to families, ensuring that no parent has to face the heartbreaking journey of losing a baby alone. The organization partners with hospitals to offer bereavement training for medical professionals and provide memory-making keepsakes for families. The funds raised through "A Walk to Remember" will directly support these efforts, allowing Rachel’s Gift to continue offering hope and healing to those in need.
Kasey Parks, RN, Bereavement Coordinator at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, shares the event's significance: "This walk is an opportunity for families to come together, honor their lost babies, and find comfort in knowing they’re not alone. We’re honored to partner with Rachel’s Gift to provide support and compassion to those who are grieving."
Lori Beth Blaney, Founder of Rachel’s Gift, adds, "No parent should have to navigate the loss of a baby without support. Through events like 'A Walk to Remember,' we can raise awareness and provide the resources needed for families to heal."
Event Details:
Date & Time: October 19, 2024, at 6:30 PM
Location: MedPark West, starting at the Lake Cumberland Imaging Center, 45 Tower Circle, Somerset, KY 42503
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is honored to provide an opportunity for the community to come together to remember the little lives that touched our hearts and support the families who need it most.
For more information or to register, click here.