A WELCOMING EXPERIENCE FOR ALL

We're expanding our Welcome Center and creating a new entrance to support our mission and foster an inclusive environment.

A new entrance and expanded Welcome Center will breathe fresh life into the heart of the Y, creating a space that feels warm, safe, and full of possibility.

Our current Welcome Center is small and outdated, missing the mark as a space where members and visitors can socialize and feel connected. The new design will offer a brighter, more secure environment, with spacious accessibility and room to gather - a place for friendships to spark and connections to grow.

New Features will Include:

Daylighting and natural light

Space for members to gather and connect

Increased accessibility and sense of security for all users

Natural daylighting throughout the building.

Increase accessibility to exercise spaces.

Barrier-free restrooms.

DID YOU KNOW?

Lonely adults are 50% more likely to develop dementia than those who are socially connected.

A 2023 survey found that 36% of Americans, including 61% of young adults, report feeling "seriously lonely."

Programs that connect individuals with community activities or groups have been shown to reduce loneliness by 16-20%.

CREATING SPACE FOR EVERYONE

We're committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all community members. By incoporating features like wheelchair-accessible equipment, clear signage, sensory-friendly spaces, and adaptive program,s, the YMCA creates an inclusive environment that removes barriers to fitness, recreation, and community engagement.