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A white YMCA logo with accompanying white text that reads: MENTAL HEALTH COMMUNITY CARE: CARING FOR OURSELVES AND EACH OTHER #WeAllHaveMentalHealth. Blue to purple gradient background with dots texture.

Making Mental Health a Priority

As we wrap up May, which is Mental Health Awareness Month, we remind all our YMCA Suncoast family – mental health is a year-round priority for us. We are happy to be a hub – something for everyon
May 26, 2023
Kids playing in outdoor zero-entry pool with waterslides in the background. Sunny day with puffy white clouds and tall evergreen trees in background scenery.

April Pools Day and Water Safety

Children enjoying the pool party at Greater Palm Harbor YMCA. Safe Fun in the Sun Greater Palm Harbor YMCA kicked off summer with its first community pool party of the season! Y
Apr 28, 2023
A MASH program participant performing karaoke indoors, in front of friends. The program, MASH, is for adults with physical, cognitive and developmental disabilities, including people who have autism.

April is Autism Acceptance Month

A M.A.S.H. program participant at a karaoke night social event at John Geigle YMCA. Why Autism Acceptance Month is Important April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time dedicated to
Apr 28, 2023
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Strong, Healthy Kids

Children at Plumb Elementary School in Clearwater learn about healthy whole-grain foods through fun Kids Power activities. YMCA and BayCare Work Together for Healthier KidsCommunity partnerships
Apr 28, 2023
A swim instructor and baby at the edge of an outdoor pool. The FLOAT program teaches young children how to float if they fall into a body of water.

FLOATing Around

Danielle teaches infants and instructors lifesaving skills in the FLOAT class. Tragedy to Transformation A tragic drowning death in 2020 led the Young family on a mission to bring water s
Mar 29, 2023