Celebrating National Cancer Survivor Month at the Y
June is National Cancer Survivor Month. There are currently 16.9 million cancer survivors in the United States. Despite the challenges of short-term and long-term effects of treatment, cancer survivors are resilient. The Y celebrates survivors during National Cancer Survivor Month, and encourages individuals touched by cancer to learn more about how we support recovery in […]
Recognizing the Importance of National Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month at the Y
June is National Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Worldwide, more than 55 million people are living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Did you know that studies have shown that physical activity reduces the risk of cognitive decline? At the Y, we promote the importance of physical activity at any age! Just a little […]
Water Safety Should Be Top Of Mind
The Central Connecticut Coast YMCA is offering tips for parents to keep kids safe in and around water this summer. The Central Connecticut Coast YMCA wants to ensure that water safety doesn’t get lost in our community’s eagerness to jump into the water. As temperatures rise, kids want to cool off, whether that is in […]