COVID-19 RESPONSE
These are unprecedented times—times that challenge the way in which we, the YMCAs of Oregon, work to strengthen community as we have for over 150 years.
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At our core, the Y is about relationships. We bring people together—from all backgrounds, ages and circumstances—fostering connections within and across communities.
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But we’re also nimble. The Y has always found ways to help people and communities in times of crisis. In response to COVID-19, Ys across the state are providing emergency child care for health care workers and essential employees; food for children without access to school meals; and outreach to seniors who face social isolation. Ys are also providing holistic health and wellness support for all ages including virtual programming and socially distanced programing.
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This work is the lifeblood of our mission. And when this crisis is over, the Y will be there to help our communities recover. But we can’t do it alone. Support your local YMCA.
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The YMCA of Klamath Falls - Produce Connection
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Every Friday, from 10:30 am until produce is gone. Both YMCA locations will have free produce for the community. This produce comes to us from the Klamath & Lake Counties Food Bank.
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Locations are YMCA Fitness Center 1221 S Alameda and The Youth Development Center 1017 Donald St.
The old Fairview Elementary school).
#Nourishingneighbors
YMCAS providing emergency/essential
child care:
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Monmouth and Independence
Albany
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Athena-Weston
We are distributing book bags from Washington County Library Services. They will be available on a table inside the door at the Teen Center from 9 AM-3 PM. We will also be handing the bags out during Wednesday’s food box distribution. Each bag has a book, a color page, colored pencils, a bookmark and a pencil. The bags are sorted by age. #SherwoodYMCA #librarybags #bookbags #summerreading