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Greg and his wife Rosemary joined the YMCA in 1991. Greg chose the YMCA for our family atmosphere and the many different program offerings. Although Greg primarily swam and used the Wellness Center, he also used the Racquetball courts and Gymnasium to practice sports with his children. Greg would wake up at 5:00am and come…
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Last summer we had a camper, Alex (age 7), who was originally enrolled in Day Camp. After a few days, it was clear Alex was struggling to be in a large group setting and he was sent home several times. We really wanted him to stay in camp and after meeting with his grandparents, we…
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At age 17, Guillermo Hercules has already lived in more than 20 different places. But the Y gives him support and community, and he says that’s something than can benefit people of all ages. USA Today is helping us share his story.
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The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit will be hosting Pistons Academy Basketball Leagues. These leagues are sponsored by the Pistons Academy and are designed to strengthen and enhance basketball opportunities through the YMCA. Coaches and officials have been trained by the Pistons Academy and will lead the efforts in providing a safe, organized and rewarding basketball…
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As a father of two girls, Jared Dykstra was looking to get involved in a program where he could spend time with his daughters Paige, age 7 and Casey, age 9. Adventure Guides is a YMCA program that lets parents and children participate in activities that set a foundation for positive, lifelong relationships. Dykstra was…