2020 Community Impact
As we begin 2021, it is my greatest wish that you and your families are safe and well. A new year offers an opportunity to reflect on the previous 12 months both personally and professionally. What did we learn? How did we grow? Where did we fail? What success did we enjoy? 2020 was a […]
Take Charge of Heart Health During American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month and following decreased physical activity due to COVID-19, the Central Connecticut Coast YMCA urges our community to get a blood pressure screening. Revised blood pressure guidelines from American Heart Association mean that nearly half of all Americans (46 percent) have high blood pressure. High blood pressure is often referred to […]
Discover the Y’s Connection to Black History Month
Did you know that Black History Month has roots associated with the YMCA? In 1915, Carter G. Woodson, a University of Chicago alumnus, arrived in Chicago to attend a national celebration of the 50th anniversary of emancipation sponsored by the state of Illinois. Inspired by this three-week celebration where thousands of African Americans had travelled […]