Long-time member, Candace, shares her testimony on how the YMCA has been a part of her life, from youth to adulthood, from various PA and New York locations, and in sickness and in health. Lansdale was home base to me growing up; the North Penn YMCA a community center I always desired getting to know. …
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Y Story – Peter Prescott
“I’ve been involved with the Y for many years. I actually grew up going to the Y and I learned to swim there. I even attended the Y Day Camp at Fishers Pool and eventually became a camp counselor. I’m in my second term as a Y board member and I was Board President when …
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Y Story – Susan Fisher
Why I support the North Penn YMCA “The principles promoted by the YMCA mirror my own and, in fact, when I was 35 I told my mother that if anything ever happened to me I’d like my kids to attend summer camp at the Y. My first experience with the Lansdale branch was when we …
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Back to School Tips
It’s almost that time again! The kids are heading back to school and now, more than ever, is an important time to get your children practicing healthy habits! #1 – Make sure your child gets plenty of rest. Rest is vitally important for a child’s growth and development. Most of all, getting enough sleep is …
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Why the Y Makes My Life Better
“The North Penn YMCA makes my life better – and for that, I can’t bestow enough gratitude. Like most parents, my days are incredibly busy. I’m a mother of two young girls who juggles childcare, numerous professional commitments, and social relationships each day. Forgetting about my health and needs is all too easy. My husband …
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Close to Her Heart
“One Thing Leads to Another”…it’s a phrase, a song, and also the best way to describe Donna Lukshides’ story with the Y. What began as a simple membership to take advantage of the Silver Sneakers program, how now led Donna to her fifth year as a member, advocate, and volunteer of the Y. Although she …
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