National Foster Care Month: A ‘Bridge’ to Stability
May is National Foster Care Month, a campaign to highlight the needs and increase the well-being of youth in the foster care system. This year, we’ll share a series of […]
National Child Abuse Prevention Month: A Network of Abuse Prevention Advocates
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a nationwide campaign to prevent child abuse and neglect and promote the social and emotional well-being of children and families. Previously, we covered […]
National Child Abuse Prevention Month: A Focus on Young Parents
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a nationwide campaign to prevent child abuse and neglect and promote the social and emotional well-being of children and families. Previously, we covered […]
Before and After School Programs
Y Before and After School Programs support children in reaching their full potential by providing academic support and hands-on enrichment experiences in a safe and structured environment for children grades […]
My Visit to Sacramento
By Daniela Cruz At a very young age, we’re told we have a voice that can be used to change the world around us, but we don’t always know when […]
Quality Child Care and Development
We are committed to supporting families in their search for quality, affordable and convenient child care options. Funded by the California Department of Education, Child Development Division, YMCA Childcare Resource Service offers free […]
Impacts of Behavior Services
By: Martha H. I would like to tell you about a former child who attended my daycare and his story. C started with us in May 2017 at the age of […]
WE Are in it Together
Youth Passion + Social Issues= Change Reading, writing, and ‘rithmetic? Don’t be so old fashioned. Today’s students are breathing new life into school subjects by creating positive social change in […]
YMCA Invited to Child Abuse Prevention Summit
Playing with our young children – be it peek-a-boo, tickle fights, or dance parties – is not only one of the great joys of parenting. It’s also a valuable opportunity […]
A Visit to the Capitol
You probably know that the YMCA serves infants and toddlers with its camps, swim lessons, and even our Child Watch services while you exercise. But did you know we also […]
