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Mental Health Awareness Month Community Events

With Mental Health Awareness Month in mind, we have plenty of events to promote togetherness and community as we strive toward a happier, healthier you.

Monday Morning Messages

Take a moment to spread positivity with chalk! Every Monday morning, head over to the YMCA and share some inspirational words and messages outside. Get creative and let’s brighten up each other’s day.

Bring-a-Friend Fridays

Working out with a friend or family member is always more enjoyable! Bring a friend to the Y throughout May and enjoy your workouts together.

Learn about Essential Oils with Deepti

Date: May 13
Location: Berkeley Heights YMCA

Join us for an informative session with Deepti to learn about the benefits of essential oils and how they can support your mental well-being.

Interactive Bulletin Board

Find our interactive bulletin board in the lobby of all branches. Share your thoughts and tips on our weekly questions and engage with others in the community.

Community Wellness Weekend Open House

Date: May 17th – 19th
Location: Berkeley Heights YMCA & Summit YMCA

Join us for a weekend dedicated to community wellness. Non-members can use the Y for free this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Come and try out our amazing facilities and classes. Explore information tables and attend lectures hosted by various mental health organizations.

Featured Organizations:

NAMI: May 18 & 19 – Information table at BH

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: May 17-19 Information table at Both Locations

Peace of Mind Yoga, Counseling & Wellness Center: Sunday, May 19 at BH 8:30am – 11am

Kimberly Anne Wilson Foundation: Sunday, May 19 at BH 8:30am – 11am

Anxiety Institute: Friday, May 17 at BH 3pm – 6pm & Saturday, May 18 at Summit 9am – 2pm

Union County Dept. of Health: May 18 (Berkeley Heights) Information Table & Blood Pressure and Lead Screenings. 9:30am – 11:30am (Blood lead level testing for kids aged 6 and under)

YMCA NEWS

SUMMIT AREA YMCA

BERKELEY HEIGHTS YMCA | SUMMIT YMCA | THE LEARNING CIRCLE YMCA

In 1886, we were founded as the Young Men’s Christian Association, but today, we are The Y; an association that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. We stand for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility — For a better us. We are committed to creating equal opportunity for all regardless of gender, age, disability, income, ethnicity, sexual orientation or religious affiliation. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive culture in which our four core values — responsibility, honesty, caring and respect — are integral to everyday operations.

Each year, as one of the area’s leading 501(c)3 charitable organizations, the Summit Area YMCA serves more than 15,000 individuals with our free and fee-based programs and services in an area spanning the New Jersey communities of Berkeley Heights, Gillette, Millburn, New Providence, Short Hills, Springfield, Stirling and Summit. Our history is rooted in working side-by-side with our neighbors to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Through the generosity of our members, donors, and partners, we are able to offer financial assistance for our programs and services to those in need.

Please note that the section of Maple Street closest to the Summit YMCA will be closed from approximately 7 AM to 11 AM on Sunday, May 5, for our Mother’s Day 5K. Please use Cedar Street to access the public lot that is next to our building.