Youth Development

It's that time of year when we get ready for a shift in seasons as the days get shorter and fall's crisp, cool breeze permeates the air. Fall sets in motion the start of the cold and flu season, so it's critical for families to take preventive measures to stay healthy.

Did you know that the word motivation comes from the Latin verb movere, which means “to move”?

September is Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, and as children and families start their new school-year routines, it’s a perfect time to reflect and refresh your family’s healthy habits. As families settle into new school-year routines this month, we offering tips to help your family incorporate healthy eating and physical activity into their lives.  

As the new school year approaches, we wanted to share with our community the exciting leadership opportunities that await your teens!

At the Y, we understand the importance of affordable and accessible childcare. That is why in the last school year, 25 percent of families in our care received either a subsidy or scholarship. The Y is committed to offering families support through various financial aid options to help ease the burden of childcare expenses.

When choosing a childcare program, Niovelyn Mateo looked for safety, flexibility, and communication. With these three major criteria in mind making the decision to put her son, Angel, into YMCA Child Care was an easy one. 

Selecting the right childcare provider for your family may seem overwhelming. However, allocating enough time to find a provider who will offer quality care for your child is vital.

Experience the Best of the Best: Tillicum Before and After School Program Expectational Staff and Strong Teamwork  The Tillicum location is growing and the kids who join experience some of the best of what the Y has to offer. Site director Jacob Brask and site lead Irensia Topasna, function as a team to serve Y kids in our expanding program.