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The Harrisburg Area YMCA Announces David Ozmore as President & CEO
Ozmore will succeed current President & CEO Richard A. Curl after 25 years of service. [HARRISBURG, 6/23/22] — The Harrisburg Area YMCA announced today that Richard A. Curl will retire after 25 years of service effective August 1, 2022. He will be succeeded by David Ozmore, an experienced YMCA leader who has served the YMCA […]
Our New Online Workout Platform: Y Wellness 24/7
Every New Year, millions of people set the common resolution of reaching a healthy weight, eating better, and exercising more. The gyms are packed, as many people buy memberships that they use for about a month. Even with the best intentions, they feel intimidated by the enormity of their goals. “Lose 40 pounds,” “Eat only […]
FACILITY UPDATE – 12/11
To Our Members, Today, we announce a three week closure of our facilities effective December 11, 2020 at close of business; the Camp Curtin YMCA, the East Shore YMCA, the Northern Dauphin County YMCA, the West Shore YMCA, and the YMCA Center for Healthy Living. This action has been taken in response to a new […]
Become a Block Leader!
The Camp Curtin YMCA has embarked on a Trauma Responsive Community Violence Prevention program in collaboration with the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency. Central to this program are Block Leaders who will be trained in Trauma-Informed Care and as points of contact for the neighborhood. Block Leaders will be looked to for implementing Trauma-informed […]
December 2019 IMPACT!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Harrisburg Area YMCA! We hope you enjoy this joyous time of the year. The Harrisburg Area YMCA has much to be thankful for, including our wonderful team of staff, volunteers, donors, and members. Without you, we wouldn’t have the privilege of serving our community. With January comes a […]
LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA Testimonial: Phyllis
June is National Cancer Survivor Month and the Harrisburg Area YMCA desires to celebrate cancer survivors and support them on their path to health and recovery. LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA is an evidence-based program that helps adult cancer survivors reclaim their health and well-being following a cancer diagnosis. Participating YMCAs create a welcoming community in […]
Don’t Fry This Summer
Days are getting hotter and summer is just around the corner! On May 26th, join us for Don’t Fry Day and protect your skin against the sun.
You Can’t Beat A Healthy Heart
May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month. Did you know that around 85 million Americans have high blood pressure, with some who don’t even know it? If you have high blood pressure, you are not alone.
Healthy Easter Basket
Make this Easter a healthy one! This spring holiday can be an easy excuse to fill baskets full of egg or bunny-shaped chocolates and candy. From peanut butter eggs to Cadbury, sugar can end up being the main course of any Easter meal! If your children are looking forward to a candy-filled basket this Easter, […]
Young Adult Cancer Awareness Week
The week of April 4th – 10th is National Young Adult Cancer Awareness Week. Approximately 5% of all cancer diagnoses in the United States are young people between the ages of 15 and 39, according to the National Cancer Institute. Currently, the most common types of cancer for young adults are Brain, Breast, Cervical, Colorectal, […]
