Program areas at YMCA of Southern Maine
Youth development: our ymca is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen. We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That's why we help Young people cultivate the values, skills, and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and educational achievement. Our ymca programs, such as day camp, preschool, after school and swim lessons, offer a range of experiences that enrich cognitive, social, physical, and emotional growth. Expenses include subsidies and direct financial assistance that make participation possible for 1 in 3 of the Young people we engage.
Social responsibility: our ymca believes in giving back and supporting our neighbors. We have been listening and responding to our community's most critical social needs for almost 160 years. Y programs, such as adaptive services, the men'Mens's dormitory program, our affordable housing apartment building, new immigrant warming center, new american services, and food access initiatives are examples of how we deliver training, resources, and support that empower our neighbors to effect changes, bridge gaps, and over obstacles. We engage ymca volunteers in activities that strengthen our community and pave the way for future generations to thrive.
Healthy living: the ymca is the leading voice on health and well-being. We bring families closer together, encourage good health, and foster connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests. As a result, over 30,000people in our community are receiving the support, guidance, and resources they need to achieve greater health in spirit, mind and body. This is particularly important as our nation struggles with an obesity crisis, families struggle with work/life balance, and individuals search for personal fulfillment. Our programs are accessible, affordable, and open to all faiths, backgrounds, abilities, and income levels. We provide financial assistance, as noted above, to people who otherwise would have faced economic barriers to participation.