Thriving Together: Personalised Support for Every Gym Member

Thriving Together: Personalised Support for Every Gym Member

At the YMCA Gym in North Shields, we believe a thriving community starts with individual well-being. That’s why we offer personalised one-on-one support to a wide range of members each week. Empowering Newcomers: We guide those new to exercise, building their...
From Frustration to Flourishing: A Housing Journey at the YMCA

From Frustration to Flourishing: A Housing Journey at the YMCA

John* arrived at the YMCA following challenging experiences at previous placements. He was grappling with his mental health, but through our support, he’s now aware of his position on the waiting list for refugee trauma-based counseling, thanks to assistance...
Taking Initiative in Housing’s Communal Kitchen

Taking Initiative in Housing’s Communal Kitchen

One of our young residents recently took a proactive step towards improving the shared living space. Noticing an unpleasant odor in the communal kitchen, he didn’t hesitate to address the issue. When staff explained the importance of kitchen hygiene and...
Leaders for Life with YMCA

Leaders for Life with YMCA

Our leaders for life programme delivered across the course of 14 weeks, worked with a number of young people furthest away from the job market. We worked with our corporate partner Sage and funder Bernicia Housing to provide some incredible opportunities for the young...
Overcoming Adversity: Supporting Cancer Recovery Through Fitness

Overcoming Adversity: Supporting Cancer Recovery Through Fitness

In the wake of COVID-19 closures, our gym community faced a unique challenge. Three long-standing members, recently diagnosed with cancer, needed to suspend their memberships. One member, who had recently transitioned to part-time work, particularly valued the...