YMCA/JCC, TPS AND TARTA LAUNCH STRONG TEENS PROGRAM
Program gives 7th grade students free access to YMCAs after school
With a growing concern over youth obesity in our community, YMCA and JCC of Greater Toledo, Toledo Public Schools and TARTA have teamed up to provide young teens an opportunity to develop a healthier lifestyle through their new Stong Teens Program. The program provides 7th grade TPS students with full membership access to their school's partner YMCA on school days during non-school hours. Transportation from the schools will be provided at no cost by TARTA on regularly scheduled bus runs.For more infomation regarding the program, please call the YMCA that is partnered with your school. For transportation information, please call TARTA at 419-243-RIDE or visit tarta.com.
Byrnedale – South Y at the Morse Center, 419-383-5370
DeVeaux – West Toledo YMCA, 419-475-3496
East Broadway – Eastern Community YMCA, 419-691-3523
Jones– Wayman Palmer YMCA, 419-241-7218
Leverette – Summit YMCA, 419-729-6035
McTigue– Wolf Creek YMCA, 419-866-9622
Robinson – Wayman Palmer YMCA, 419-241-7218
Leaders Club
Leaders Club is a nationwide program that helps youth develop leadership skills through service projects in the community. The YMCA and JCC of Greater Toledo offers Junior Leaders Club for youth entering grades 4 – 6 and Senior Leaders Club for young adults entering grades 7-12. The Francis Family YMCA also offers Leos Club, in partnership with the Bedford Township Lions Club.Leaders Club was organized for the purpose of allowing young people to develop useful leadership skills, reinforce important values, serve their community as volunteers and make lifelong friends.
Leaders Club Interest Form
Participate... Serve... Volunteer!
 Volunteers are needed and appreciated at the YMCA and JCC of Greater Toledo. Volunteering requires no previous job experience and will provide opportunities to use your talents. Call or email Bobbie Kehlmeier, volunteer director, at 419-729-8135 to volunteer today.
Enroll Now for Early Education, Care and Afterschool Programs
For quality, safe and affordable care; flexible hours; educational activities; convenient locations close to home; and a place where your children can have a good time, consider the YMCA/JCC Early Education and Afterschool Adventure Programs, for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years.
YMCA/JCC TO PROVIDE FREE MEMBERSHIPS TO ELIGIBLE MILITARY FAMILIES
As part of the new Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA) and Department of Defense (DoD) Outreach Initiative, the YMCA and JCC of Greater Toledo will provide military families with access to youth development, family strengthening, and health and well-being programs at community YMCAs nationwide. Membership fees will be underwritten by the DoD and administered through Military OneSource, an information and referral service for military families.
 Military Family Form
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Free Respite Child Care for Military Families
In a continued effort to meet the growing needs of military service members, the YMCA and JCC of Greater Toledo will provide respite child care services to deployed National Guard/Reservists and select military personnel. Underwritten by the Department of Defense (DoD), respite child care services are designed to provide licensed child care for children of deployed military personnel. More>>
YMCA/JCC Child Care at Wayman D. Palmer receives accreditation
Congratulations to the YMCA/JCC Child Care at Wayman D. Palmer Community YMCA, honored by the National AfterSchool Association. YMCA/JCC Child Care at Wayman Palmer, led by Child Care Director Jacqueline Smith, was recently awarded the status of Nationally Accredited Afterschool Program.
Sarah Otis, VP of Child Development and Jacqueline Smith, Child Care Director |
The accreditation is recognition of quality afterschool programming, application of the National AfterSchool Association Standards for Quality School-Age Care to daily practice, and a long-term commitment to the children and families in our community. The YMCA/JCC Child Care at Wayman Palmer program joins more than 550 accredited programs nationally and was earned through solid leadership, teamwork, family support, and perseverance...all the qualities to help ensure that the program continues to maintain the high level of quality, and serve as a role model for excellence.
Congratulations Jacqueline, and the Wayman Palmer Child Care staff on this great accomplishment.
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Parent Project Offered
Parent Project is for parents of strong willed-youth. If your teenager is bent on breaking house rules, staying out past curfew, doing poorly in school, or any other negative behavior, we can help. A variety of class times and locations are available.For more information, call 419-691-3523.
Volunteers needed
We are always looking for friendly volunteers to help in areas of fitness, youth sports, child care and more! Call or visit our Member Service Desk for more information.
Computer Technology Center
Open to the community. Features 12 computer terminals and educational programs for all ages. Visit us during open access hours (see below) or call the branch for a schedule of classes.
Open Access Hours:
Monday - Thursday
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Friday, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Saturday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
(2nd and 4th Saturday of every month)
Fee: Free
Families In Motion/Kids In Motion
Please call 419-241-7218 for more details.
Silver Sneakers® Fitness Program
The Silver Sneakers® Fitness Program is a national exercise program designed exclusively for older adults and offered to Medicare-eligible members. YMCA/JCC offers the SilverSneakers ® Fitness program to eligible members of Anthem BCBS and Humana health plans. For eligibility, contact your insurance provider. For cass information, visit or call your neighborhood YMCA or JCC. |
Facilities Available
Double Gym (3 volleyball courts or 2 basketball courts)
