Vinfen’s Run-4-Life is taking place on September 15 through 16. The adventure will start in Bretton Woods, NH and will conclude at Hampton Beach. This 200-mile relay course will be run by Vinfen staff in shifts as they raise donations to enhance the health and well-being of the Vinfen community. Why does Vinfen run for life? The average life expectancy for people with mental health conditions and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities is significantly shorter compared to the general population. This is largely due to treatable medical conditions that are caused by lifestyle risk factors like smoking, obesity, and inadequate access to medical care. The good news is that people can take steps to influence these factors and significantly reduce the likelihood of an adverse health outcome. By running, we promote awareness and increase funds that support people’s health and wellness. Any funds donated go directly toward developing programs that increase health awareness, encouraging physical activity, providing nutritional education, supporting creative opportunities for exercise and fitness, promoting community involvement and partnerships that support healthy living, and awarding programmatic microgrants. Each member of this team is found below. Click the "donate" link next to the team member you would like to support, which will take you to the donation form. Or, you can click on the individual's name to learn more about why they are running in Vinfen's Run-4-Life. Thank you for your support as we raise funds for the health and wellness of the Vinfen community. We couldn't do it without supporters like you!