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the North Attleboro Y

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Posted on: Wednesday, June 8th, 2016

Preventing Diabetes is Possible. We Can Help

Diabetes is a serious condition that causes blood sugar levels to rise higher than normal. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. Currently, diabetes affects more than 29 million people.

Prediabetes occurs when blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough for a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. Risk for developing type 2 diabetes may be reduced or eliminated by weight loss, healthier eating and increased physical activity. More than 86 million Americans have prediabetes and are at risk of developing diabetes.

Prediabetes may be reversible; diabetes has no cure.

The Hockomock Area YMCA runs a Diabetes Prevention Program designed to support adults that are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes and reduce their risk for developing the disease. This 1-year program, consisting of 24 sessions, provides a welcoming environment where participants work together in a small group to learn about healthier eating and increasing their physical activity. The classroom-based program is facilitated by a Y-USA trained facilitator at the Hockomock Area YMCA which has facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro and Franklin.

LEARN MORE AT AN INFO SESSION

Monday 6/20 at 12:00pm @ the Invensys Foxboro Branch
Tuesday, 6/21 at 7:00pm @ the North Attleboro Branch
Wednesday, 6/22 at 1:00pm @ the Bernon Family Branch in Franklin

Individuals are encouraged to assess their risk for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes by taking a simple test at YMCA.net/diabetes.

Through this assessment, visitors can also learn how lifestyle choices and family history help determine the ultimate risk for developing the disease. Several factors that could put a person at risk for type 2 diabetes include race, age, weight and activity level. If a person is at risk, a diabetes screening conducted by a physician can confirm a diabetes or prediabetes diagnosis.

The Hockomock Area YMCA is helping to improve health through their Prescription for a Healthy Lifestyles program which includes the YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program. These supportive, small group physical activity programs are making a positive difference in the lives of individuals diagnosed with or at risk of a chronic disease.

Making lifestyle changes that contribute to weight loss and healthy living can decrease the risk for type 2 diabetes. Among these are:

Eat fruits and vegetables every day.
Choose fish, lean meats and poultry without skin.
Aim for whole grains with every meal.
Be moderately active at least 30 minutes per day five days a week.
Choose water to drink instead of beverages with added sugar.
Speak to your doctor about your diabetes risk factors, especially if you have a family history or are overweight.

To learn more about the Hockomock Area YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program and other Prescription for a Healthy Lifestyle Programs, please contact phl@hockymca.org or call 508-772-1310.

Posted on: Sunday, June 5th, 2016

Time for a Staycation? Our Splash Park is Now Open at the Franklin Y

Just in time for summer! We are pleased to announce the brand new Rockland Trust Family Splash Park, dedicated on June 16, 2016 at our Bernon Family Branch.

This expansive water feature, adjacent to our existing outdoor pool, will provide families with lifetime memories and opportunities for quality time together. An exciting new addition, the Splash Park will provide entertainment for the entire family while adding to the value of summer camps, child care and after school programs.

Come check out The Rockland Trust Family Splash Park — an ideal spot for parents with both younger and older children, as the younger ones will be able to use the park while the older ones use the pool.

If you’re not a member of the Y, be sure to inquire about a guest pass at the front desk (photo ID required).

Posted on: Tuesday, May 31st, 2016

Rediscover Summer

NOT A MEMBER YET?

This summer, you and your loved ones can enjoy the perks of a Y membership. Take advantage of indoor and outdoor pools, state of the art wellness facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and more! From June 8th through September 5th, families and individuals can utilize the amenities available to our members, including free events and child watch.

JUST IN TIME
FOR SUMMER PROGRAMS

Summer Program Session: June 27 – August 28

We offer a wide range of summer programs to keep kids active and learning all summer long.

Register at this link today!

All kids have amazing potential and we are happy to be a place where youth belong, a welcoming place to learn and grow.

We’re proud to help kids build confidence and discover the world around them – from the youngest in our child care programs and mini-camps, to youth learning to be team players and developing life-long friendships, to teens in our leadership development initiatives.

Take a look at some of the fun we have in store this summer. We look forward to seeing you!

For summer session only, when you enroll you will automatically get a 9-week session at a 7-week rate. Discount reflected online and in branch.

Posted on: Tuesday, May 31st, 2016

Healthy Kids Day Wowed Everyone

The Hockomock Area YMCA really is WHERE FAMILIES CONNECT.

What a fun day we had on May 14 at Healthy Kids Day. Our annual event promoting healthy lifestyles, Healthy Kids Day was a great day for fit family fun. Read about our most successful Healthy Kids Day yet, held at Patriot Place with additional sponsors Stop & Shop and Norwood Hospital.

On Saturday, May 14, 2016, the Hockomock Area YMCA celebrated Healthy Kids Day with a free community event that encouraged kids to be active and provided families with options and methods for living healthier lives. More than 500 families participated. The event was held at Patriot Place in Foxboro at NRG Plaza, located outside The Hall at Patriot Place presented by Raytheon. Community partners helped make the event a success include Healthy Kids Day event sponsors Norwood Hospital, Patriot Place and Stop & Shop.

Read the news coverage by the Sun Chronicle

Posted on: Tuesday, May 31st, 2016

Celebrating Community Impact

On May 18th, we showcased our Y as a place Where Community Comes Together as we gathered at Lake Pearl in Wrentham to celebrate our annual meeting. Each year at the annual meeting, our Board of Incorporators elects new and renewing members of our Board of Directors and our Y recognizes and honors community partners and our branch Youth of the Year recipients.

This year our YMCA welcomes Bruce Auerbach, Bill Chouinard, Mary Clermont and Paul Guidoboni as new members of our Board of Directors. Re-elected to new terms were Jay Barrows, Blair Deeney, Danielle Fish, John Hage, Greg Spier, Ed Whalen and Maureen Wilkinson.

New members elected to our Board of Incorporators included Scott Berns, Jim Cashin, Kevin Cryan, Phil Dixon, Artie Eaton, Mike Gallagher, Ted Kelley, Tim Kenneally, Marie Leary, Jeff Mann, Cheryl McGuire, Candace Sallale and Alex Vasile.

The Hockomock Area YMCA enjoys a long history of outstanding volunteer leaders and we welcome all of our new Directors and Incorporators to our YMCA family.

Brian Earley, Chairman of the Board of Directors, presented the Chairman’s Award to the Robbins Family of Franklin. From the Lee W. Robbins Gymnasium dedicated at our Bernon Family Branch in 2004 to the new Robbins Family Kid’s Gym christened in January of this year, Terry Robbins and her sons, Jason and Robbie, remain passionate friends and supporters of the Hockomock Area YMCA.

Our Red Triangle Awards recognize individuals and organizations for their partnership and support of the programs and activities of our Y, helping all of us meet the changing needs of our community.

We proudly presented Red Triangle Awards to three recipients who collaborated with our YMCA on initiatives important to them and the community. This year’s Red Triangle Awardees were:

  • State Representative Jeff Roy of Franklin for his commitment to building healthier communities and leadership in creating the S.A.F.E. Coalition in Franklin addressing the opioid crisis in Massachusetts.
  • The Van De Giesen family of North Attleboro for their continued commitment to Kyle’s legacy and the expansion and evolution of the Kyle R. Van De Giesen Outdoor Leadership Center at our North Attleboro Branch.
  • The Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office for their launch of TEAM RIVAL, a high school challenge program centered around good decision making, mentoring and bullying prevention and for their work focused on crime and violence prevention in our community.

Each year our YMCA is proud to recognize the achievement of young people in our Leadership Development programs by honoring a youth of the year from each branch. This year’s awards were presented to Lindsay Robinson of our North Attleboro Branch, Samantha Bellavance of our Bernon Family Branch and Lindsey DeRusha representing our Invensys Foxboro Branch.

For the past 13 years, Dean College has presented a full scholarship to a young man or woman connected to our YMCA. Andrew Rizoli, a member of our Y since the age of 2, and an active participant in our Youth Theatre program was honored as the 2016 Dean Scholarship Award recipient.

Dean College President Dr. Paula Rooney was honored for her 20 years of visionary leadership at the college and for her longstanding partnership with our Y.

Please click on this link to see our Annual Report, highlighting our award recipients.

I hope you will take a moment to read our 2015 Annual Report to learn more about the people and programs that make the Hockomock Area YMCA a cause driven organization Where Community Comes Together.

As we honor those who have served our country, my best wishes to you and your family this Memorial Day Weekend.

Ed Hurley
President, Hockomock Area YMCA

HOCKOMOCK AREA YMCA

300 Elmwood Street
North Attleboro, MA 02760
 508.695.7001

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HOCKOMOCK AREA YMCA LOCATIONS

BERNON FAMILY BRANCH

45 Forge Hill Road
Franklin, MA 02038

 508.528.8708

INVENSYS FOXBORO BRANCH

67 Mechanic Street
Foxboro, MA 02035

 508.543.2523

NORTH ATTLEBORO BRANCH

300 Elmwood Street
North Attleboro, MA 02760

 508.695.7001

MANSFIELD ARTS & EDUCATION CENTER

40 Balcom Street
Mansfield, MA 02048

 508.339.3066