tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-78749269910821149092012-03-08T15:29:10.817-05:00Welcome to the official blog of the YMCA of Central Ohio. We hope that you will find this blog informative. We look forward to hearing your feedback and hope that we can inspire you toward getting involved in your community and with your local Y.Adminhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15978636232148550733noreply@blogger.comBlogger81100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7874926991082114909.post-31426272439180135542012-03-08T10:55:00.001-05:002012-03-08T10:55:35.796-05:00

We have all known someone who has been touched by cancer. The reality is that cancer affects individuals from all walks of life.  According to the American Cancer Society, more than 1.6 million people in the U.S. have cancer.  In Ohio, nearly 70,000 have been diagnosed with the disease causing them to experience fatigue, loss of physical strength, depression and at times feeling isolated in

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By now, you may be among those who have stopped working out and have given up on your New Year resolutions.  According to statistics – many falter on their resolutions within the first few weeks of the New Year. In fact, it is estimated that nearly 20% of these individuals go back to their former practices and eventually give up on their goals within the month.  There are a number of

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At the Y, we believe that everyone deserves a YMCA experience, regardless of their financial circumstances.  For nearly 160 years, we have been committed to providing support to our neighbors and creating opportunities for them in the name of stronger community.  Despite changing times, the YMCA of Central Ohio has remained faithful to its mission of serving the whole community through programs

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Happy Valentine’s Day! Today is a time we set aside to express our love for those near and dear to us through gifts or acts of kindness.  Although February is often thought of as the month for romance, it has also been designated for American Heart Month. Sadly, we all know someone who has suffered from a heart attack or a stroke.  According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC

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Spring Street YMCA, circa 1920's Each year, during the month of February we celebrate the history and accomplishments of African Americans. The origins of this holiday date back to 1915, just half a century after the abolishment of slavery, when Harvard historian Dr. Carter G. Woodson embarked on a journey to preserve the history of African-Americans.   In his research, Woodson

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Most recently, I had the opportunity to visit our Overflow Shelter on the west side of Columbus.  During my visit, I spent some time getting to know our staff and to speak with some of the residents at the shelter. Each night, the doors of the shelter open at 8:00 pm to provide a warm place to 130 men seeking refuge from the streets.  The facility closes each morning at 7:00 am and

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Maya Angelou once said, "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel."  When many people think of the Y, they think of a "swim and gym"  What they may not realize is that the Y is much more to many people.  For nearly 160 years, the YMCA of Central Ohio has been strengthening the foundation of

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Greetings! Most recently, I was appointed to serve as the 17th president in the YMCA of Central Ohio's 156-year history.  I am excited to lead the association and humbled to carry on John Bickley's selfless service to the YMCA of Central Ohio and to the Central Ohio community.   For nearly 160 years, the YMCA of Central Ohio has been a guiding force in the Columbus community. Today,

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