Young Men's Christian Association of Pawtucket

Childcare -child care programs offer high quality child care activities for preschool and school age children from all segments of the more than eight communities we serve. We offer a variety of state licensed childcare programs, both full and part time, which provide a safe and nurturing environment where youth can develop self-esteem, good values and an appreciation of charitable service. Woven into the fabric of the ymca mission is a commitment to strengthening families. Our childcare programs include counseling of troubled youth and parents, dealing with runaway teenagers, assisting child victims of physical and sexual abuse, and programs that help parents learn more about how to raise children that are happy and healthy in spirit, mind and body. We partner with other community agencies such as (united way, dhs, dept of health, gateway, and other governmental agencies) so that financial assistance is available for those who cannot afford to pay. In 2022, we served 1,041 participants and provided financial assistance in the amount of $109,643. Programs conducted under this category of program service accomplishments include: - school age - before and after childcare - early childhood learning and educational kindergarten - parenting classes, counseling intervention and nutritional education.

Camp - day camping offers adventure and learning activities that challenge, educate, and promote spiritual awareness, mental development, physical well being, social growth, and self-respect. Our camps encourage a reverence for nature and respect for the inter-relatedness of all living things on earth. Our camps are open to all, regardless of income or special needs, helping children to appreciate diversity, become community leaders and develop lifelong values. In 2022 we provided 411 campers with financial assistance in the amount of $111.301. Family and specialty camps for teens and athletes were offered to open new avenues of understanding within the outdoor environment while engaging with family members or with others in competition or on a path to personal growth. Camps are age specific for the educational benefit of the child and geographically positioned for the convenience of working parents. Our camps are located in six cities and towns throughout northern rhode island and coventry and collectively serve children and teens up to 16 years of age. Camp programming is designed to build health and fitness and teach lifetime skills. Programs conducted under this category of program service accomplishments include: - running, travel camps and family campgrounds - youth & teen day camps - leadership development camps.

Fitness and health - the ymca views health holistically: a healthy person has unity of body, mind and spirit. The ymca has identified the growing national obesity rates in this country as a critical social issue that must be addressed and our health and well being programs are designed to help people develop new skills and set realistic goals for self improvement and disease prevention through an active lifestyle, proper nutrition, stress management, and health education. Ymca programs promote interaction, teamwork, and development of moral and ethical behavior, social skills and self esteem. The ymca also views the family unit as vital to the proper growth and development of children and the health and well being of the adult members of the family. The participation collectively and individually in active physical activities and educationally stimulating classes builds knowledge and confidence. We serve all ages, abilities, races, nationalities and religions and provide financial assistance to those who need it. In 2022, we served 97,106 persons in our community and provided membership financial assistance in the amount of $845,212. Programs conducted under this category of program service accomplishments include: - membership service: fitness, wellness, social, educational and volunteerism - aquatic safety - lifetime skills education - youth development - outdoor recreation - fitness & wellness.

Aquatics - at the ymca of Pawtucket, we understand that swim lessons are more than just stroke development. As they learn to swim, children also develop endurance, self-confidence, and an appreciation for water safety. The y staff works hard to create an encouraging atmosphere in the water, where each swimmer can learn and progress at his or her own pace and comfort level.