05/02/2026
3 years ago, our eldest son, Egy was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 2 without Mental Retardation. As first time parents, it was truly hard to accept the diagnosis but with faith and prayers, we eventually had the courage to face it with patience and understanding.
It is not easy to raise a child with Autism Spectrum because their brain works differently. Depending on the spectrum, most of them are inherently intelligent, they are good in identification, in reading and are very talented too.
However, their brains do not work so well in communication and socialization, that is why they are often mislabelled as weirdo because do not know how to express their selves clearly.
These children with special needs need Occupational therapy, Behavioral therapy and Speech therapy to cope up and survive the demands of the world and those therapies are paid per hour.
Parents pay a high cost for therapies and evaluations and we can’t deny the fact that it hurts us when our ausome kids are mislabelled, mistreated and or bullied.
It takes a village to raise a kid. We are already fighting silent battles. What we are hoping is for our community in the Municipality of Hinatuan to be able to provide our children with special needs an environment of safety and acceptance where they can thrive, they are supported and they are not hurt so that they can happily live their innocent lives worthwhile in their own special ways.
We also hope that parents with neurotypical kids will teach their children to be kind to neurodiverse kids like ours. 🙏🏻🫶
In view of this, we would like to raise awareness and RUN FOR INCLUSIVITY.
Inclusivity means the practice or policy of providing equal access to opportunities and resources for people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized, such as those having physical or intellectual disabilities or belonging to other minority groups.
Your every steps during the run help raise awareness and support for Autism and Down Syndrome Programs.
In view of this, the Pandili Doctors Family Clinic would like to offer FREE slots to those who would like to join the Run on February 14, 2026 (Saturday) @ 4:30AM to 6:00AM in Hinatuan, Surigao del Sur.
10 FREE Slots for 5Km Runners
5 FREE Slots for 10Km Runners
Avail the FREE slot in simple steps. ☺️
1. You are a follower of our page, Pandili Doctors Family Clinic
2. Comment atleast 3 common signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder with your Name, Age, Address and the distance/kilometer you want to run (5KM or 10KM)
3. A message will be sent to acknowledge your entry.
4. Before you comment, please be sure to commit and join the RUN so that the purpose won’t be forfeited.
5. If unable to run, please inform us 3 days before the event.
Inclusions: Acrylic Medal, Race Bib, Snacks & Certificate
P.S. If you want to purchase the shirt and the cap, please message Sir Dave Martinez.
Also, during the event, we hope to have a group picture with you. ☺️
Thank you very much for your support and see you on February 14. ❤️