YMCA of the Roses

The Arthur J. Glatfelter YMCA had a wonderful time hosting their Active Older Adult Social this afternoon! It is an opportunity to enjoy lunch, lively conversations, and great company with fellow Y members and staff. To learn more about our Active Older Adult Socials, visit rosesymca.org/programs.

Anyone can drown. No one should. July 25 is World Drowning Prevention Day, set forth by The United Nations and World Health Organization. The YMCA of the Roses is joining in on raising #DrowningPrevention awareness as a public health issue. Visit https://lnkd.in/eWzdR-2p to learn more about this global campaign, these six evidence-based interventions and what you can do in your household and local community.

Thank you to all our amazing members who joined us for Member Appreciation Night at the Lancaster Stormers this past Saturday! City Center YMCA's Associate Executive Director, Evan, kicked off the evening with a special address to the crowd and threw out a first pitch! Not to be outdone, City Center YMCA's Sports Coordinator and Personal Trainer, Ben, also took to the mound for a first pitch! A huge shout-out to our friends at Lancaster Stormers for making this event possible and for their warm hospitality throughout the night.

Celebrate Summer Learning Week with us! Stay tuned to our Facebook pages all week for tips and valuable insights on the significance of continuous learning! The pandemic's impact on youth has been startling, and the U.S. Surgeon General has raised a flag on young people’s mental health. The science of learning and development tells us that relationships are key for addressing trauma and helping kids thrive. Forging and fostering friendships over the summer can lead to limitless opportunities and cherished memories for young people. #SummerLearningWeek

We are proud of our York YMCA swim alum, Nathan Welker, who has transitioned into a standout swimmer at Wisconsin University and recently showcased their talent at the Olympic trials! The York YMCA swim team has been home to many elite swimmers all over the county for the past few years. With multiple alums coming back to train and compete in an elite environment under the director of coach John Nelson. "All the kids pretty much have the same idea of why they are coming here they are coming to be better at swimming people and teammates," said Nelson. "That shared vision is a key part of the success." https://lnkd.in/ewPYfcHF

Thank you to our friends at Barley Snyder for their participation and sponsorship of our Scott Kimmel Memorial Golf Outing last month. The support of this outing contributes to funding our mission work and programs, including Membership for All, Chronic Disease Management, and more.

We are grateful to our friends at Fulton Bank for their ongoing support of our mission and programs in both York and Lancaster counties. Their commitment plays a crucial role in helping us continue our work and positively impact the communities we serve. 

Happy 4th of July! Check out these fun patriotic facts as we celebrate Independence Day at the Y!

If you or someone you know is living with or has survived cancer, LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is here for you. LIVESTRONG at the YMCA assists those who are living with, through, or beyond cancer to regain strength and connect with other cancer survivors. This program is free for all participants thanks to the support of generous sponsors. Our branches all have upcoming fall sessions. To learn more about the program, visit https://lnkd.in/ewUct2JM

June is National Cancer Survivor Month. The YMCA of the Roses celebrates ALL survivors, regardless of the diagnosis or how far along on their recovery journey they may be. Our evidence-based programming, such as LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA helps our York and Lancaster communities regain strength and confidence. Visit rosesymca.org/programs to learn more.