Read our Blog

How To Develop Healthier Habits In 2022

Erin Whitten

January is a time of reflection for many, and often people’s goals are straightforward: they want to improve their lifestyle. It can be a daunting task, but New Year’s resolutions do not have to be drastic life changes like a new diet or exercising multiple times a day!

Nurturing the Potential of Future Leaders

Imagine a world where friendships and the future are fostered.

Cultivating Connection No Matter the Age

Imagine a world where social connections and healthy lifestyles are nurtured.

Meet Bob, a West Suburban YMCA member for over 17 years, who feels that, “Coming here is like being home.” Bob faced the challenges of the pandemic along with the world last year and realized how much he missed being “home.”

Helping Families Thrive

Imagine a world where diversity is celebrated, and child development is beyond parents’ expectations.

Mission Moment: Caring for the Whole Child

Why We Give: Doreen Quintiliani and Kathy Daly

Celebrating a Legacy

For the past 67 years, whenever kids have returned to Chickami, they could count on plenty that’s special. Color War. Gold Rush Day. Crazy overnights. Sliding in the mud.

For 40 of those years, there was something else very special they could count on: Loch would be there. 

Youth Development at the Y: Mission in Action

Healthy youth development is a critical component of the West Suburban YMCA’s mission. Children and teens experience this in different ways — through our preschool, out-of-school time program, summer camps, instructional and team sports and aquatics, and simply hanging out in the gym after school.

Free Meals for Kids and Teens All Summer at the West Suburban YMCA

West Suburban YMCA participates in Summer Eats, providing free lunch & snack to any child age 18 and under

Mobile Vaccine Clinic Comes to YMCA Camp Frank A. Day