YMCA PARTNERSHIP WITH SAN DIEGO REGIONAL CENTER (SDRC)
We are thrilled to partner with SDRC to provide YMCA memberships, adaptive programs, and many more social and recreational opportunities to SDRC participants at no cost to the participant. SDRC is a key organization in the community, providing support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in San Diego and Imperial counties. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to inclusion, wellness and community support.
WHAT WE OFFER
YMCA MEMBERSHIP
SDRC clients can access individual memberships with authorization from their Service Coordinators, or may purchase a family membership at a rate discounted by the price of an individual membership. Membership benefits include:
- Access to 14 state-of-the-art facilities across San Diego County.
- Diverse programs for all ages and abilities.
- Supportive community environment.
- Opportunities for fitness, recreation and socialization.
- Advance registration access for certain programs.
To access a membership, please connect with your Service Coordinator from SDRC to initiate the process. For more information, please contact Ray Wu at [email protected].
RESPITE CARE
YMCA Respite Care is available across all San Diego County, subject to provider availability. Our respite program offers trained YMCA staff who are CPR and First Aid certified and have cleared a reference and background check who can provide intermittent care in your home. Ask your Service Coordinator for a referral, or contact Ignacio Martinez Munoz at [email protected]for more information.
ADAPTIVE SWIM
Adaptive Swim lessons tailored to the needs of SDRC clients are available at multiple branch locations. These specialized swim lessons will focus on basic water safety and swimming skills, achieving incremental goals, building self-confidence and functional abilities – all in a relaxing, fun and supportive environment!
ADAPTIVE CAMP
Our Adaptive Camp Program is a designed to support youth with behavioral and developmental needs as it adapts the camp experience to your child’s needs and abilities, allowing opportunities for all campers to learn new skills, form new friendships and create lifetime memories. Campers will participate in activities with our traditional and specialty camps based on their interests at a pace that works for them. Our smaller camper-to-staff ratio for Adaptive Camp supports positive inclusion and/or one-on-one support as needed. Space is limited.
CAMP I CAN
CAMP I CAN (Camp Including Children with Autism NOW) was created and developed by the Autism Society San Diego in partnership with the YMCA to provide a fun, safe and nurturing camp experience. Camp is offered during the summer at the Ecke Gymnastics Center in Carlsbad & Toby Wells YMCA in Clairemont Mesa. Age ranges include 6–12-year-olds & teen weeks for 13–17-year-olds. Must be a member of Autism Society San Diego to attend. Please check their website to request registration info. Contact Tess Williams at [email protected] for more information.
TEENS IN MOTION
Teens in Motion is an after school care and camp program for 12-22-year-olds at Rancho Bernardo High School and Helix Charter High School during the school year and Toby Wells YMCA during school break periods. Contact Tess Williams at [email protected] for more information.
OTHER SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS
The YMCA offers access to a variety of social and recreational programs that are not vendored by SDRC, but can be paid for through a Financial Management System such as Community Interface Services (CIS) with authorization. Please ask your local YMCA branch about using SDRC funds for any of our programs through this system.
