Kevin Hayden is running Boston to remind others ‘there is hope’
Hayden is running the 2024 Boston Marathon for Team Samaritans.
In our “Why I’m Running” series, Boston Marathon runners share what’s inspiring them to make the 26.2-mile trek from Hopkinton to Boston.
Name: Kevin Hayden
Age: 45
From: North Easton
This will be my first time running the Boston Marathon. I’m running with Team Samaritans. Samaritans is a Massachusetts non-profit that provides life-saving services for people struggling with their mental health and experiencing suicidal thoughts.
This cause is extremely important to me as I’m a mental health provider, and I’ve worked with people over the years that have felt hopeless and that there was no way out. There is hope — with the right support, access to mental health treatment, and a more accepting culture around mental health issues, those who are struggling can get the help they need.
I am running to raise awareness for mental health and suicide. By raising awareness and shining the light on this important issue, I hope to break the stigma and allow people to get the help that they need. Samaritans provides a much needed service for people in need, and I’m proud to be part of this important cause.
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