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Mental Health Community Care at the Y In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, the Gaston County Family YMCA is encouraging community members to care for themselves and others.  Mental health is how we think, feel and act. At the Y, we recognize that we all have mental health, and mental…

Best. Summer. Ever. Working as a camp counselor at the Y is so much more than getting paid to ‘babysit’ kids all summer (though the money is always an added bonus!). If you want a summer job that truly makes this summer the best summer ever, then look no further. We have 5 reasons why YOU should be…

Join Five Days of Action to Help Prevent Child Sexual Abuse, April 15-19 April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. As part of our commitment to protecting the children in our community, we’re participating in the Five Days of Action - a week-long campaign to increase awareness of child sexual abuse…

A Testament to Wellness: Molly's Journey at Stowe YMCA At Stowe YMCA, we believe in the transformative power of community, wellness, and resilience. When our Stowe Family YMCA member, Molly Heinz, and her mother, Jeanne Martin, joined our Y in 2022, little did they know the profound impact it would…

Addressing Teen Mental Health in Gaston County In Gaston County, teen mental health remains a pressing concern that demands attention. With rising rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges among adolescents, the need for support and resources has never been greater. The…

  Empowering Futures: Celebrating Healthy Kids Day in Gaston County!   The Gaston County Family YMCA, in partnership with the City of Gastonia, Gaston County Jaycees, and Peanuts, is hosting the Y's annual Healthy Kids Day on April 20th from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at Erwin Center & Park!  Healthy…

Heart-Healthy Love: Nourishing Recipes for February As we embrace the love-filled month of February, why not extend that affection to our hearts with delectable yet heart-healthy recipes? We believe that indulgence and well-being can beautifully coexist, and our trio of recipes is here to prove…

9 Heart-Healthy Habits to Nourish Your Cardiovascular Well-being Maintaining a healthy heart is key to a thriving life, and simple lifestyle changes can go a long way in nurturing cardiovascular well-being. Here are nine effective ways to improve your heart health: 1. Balance Calories with Physical…

Making a Difference: Easy Ways to Serve in Gaston County in Honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. We’re honoring the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. this week by uplifting his words of wisdom. We encourage everyone to take part in #MLKDayofService in their own ways to continue to honor Dr.…

Elevating Your Diet with Lentils Lentils, those tiny legumes often overlooked in the grocery store, are a powerhouse of nutrition that can revolutionize your diet and contribute to overall well-being. These little wonders pack a punch in terms of both health benefits and versatility in the kitchen…