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FEBRUARY 23, 2021
Y Partners with Walmart and City of KCMO to Offer Vaccines
Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas, Walmart Inc., and the YMCA of Greater Kansas City announced a COVID-19 vaccine partnership beginning Thursday, February 26, and...
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
Debunking Swim Lesson Myths
Teaching children how to be safe in and around water is one of the most important life skills parents can...
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Self-Care for Your Mind and Body: 4-Week Virtual Mental Health Series
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted us in many ways. Older adults are facing increased isolation, which increases the likelihood of...
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
New Face Covering Guidelines in Platte County as of February 8, 2021
In response to updated guidelines from the Platte County Health Department, we will have updated face covering policies beginning Monday,...
FEBRUARY 4, 2021
YMCA of Greater Kansas City Awarded Healthy KC’s Workplace Wellness Gold Certification
Now more than ever we’ve seen the importance of a healthy workforce. We’re proud to announce we have received the...
JANUARY 13, 2021
Honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Legacy Through Service
The New Year often brings feelings of positive improvement and change – and in 2021, that feeling is stronger than...
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
Build Skills, Relationships in Y Home School Programs
Y home school programs are a great opportunity for children to interact with each other in a fun, friendly and...
MARCH 20, 2020
The Y to Offer Child Care to Essential Employees and First Responders
Updated March 30, 2020 With the closure of schools in our area as the community responds to COVID-19, the Y is...