Kansas City YMCA Blog
The Mid-America Regional Council is hosting Mass Application Events in Clay, Platte and Jackson counties throughout the months of March, April and May for YMCA Head Start programs. Created in…
As the community continues to process the tragedy that occurred at the Chiefs Parade on February 14, 2024, we turned to the behavior specialists with our youth development team for guidance on…
According to research, 4 out of 10 cancer cases in the United States are associated with preventable risk factors. Excess body weight, poor diet and physical inactivity are factors that contribute to…
Did you know that Black History Month has roots associated with the YMCA? The history of the YMCA – like the history of the United States – is a story of incremental progress toward greater inclusion…
February is American Heart Month. Use this month to get a blood pressure screening and focus on becoming heart healthy. Below are five tips for the whole family to become heart healthy this February…
On Thursday, January 25, the Prairie Village Community Center Campus study project team hosted an in-person public meeting to share more about the study process and gather community feedback. Thank…
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With winter weather comes an increased risk for falling, impacting people of all ages. The Healthy Living Team at the Y offers the following reminders to help all ages prevent falls. Anyone…
Now you can enjoy group exercise classes every hour of the day in select Y centers. In addition to classes with in-person instructors, we’ve added video classes taught by the best Y instructors from…