April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

The YMCA of the Triangle partners with Darkness to Light to offer free Stewards of Children training that gives adults the tools they need to prevent, recognize and react responsibility to child sexual abuse.

PTAs can register for the classes, host a training, and/or invite YMCA Director of Child Safety to hold a Prevent Now! Workshop for your meeting.

Pinwheels for Prevention gardens will be springing up in Y locations. This effort demonstrates the importance of showing support for children and families. Shining in the sun, the pinwheel is reflective of the bright future all children deserve.

The YMCA of the Triangle is a sponsor of the Pinwheels for Prevention Family Fun Day on April 17 from Noon to 6 p.m. at Wheels Fun Park in Durham. A limited number of bands that allow free entry into the afternoon of games and skating are available for volunteers who plant a pinwheel garden or sign up for the training.

To learn more go to: https://www.ymcatriangle.org/programs-services/community-support/darkness-light-d2l

Get the Better Deal on YMCA Summer Day Camp
With more than 60 options, there is something for every child at the Y. We offer financial assistance based on need and availability.

Camp Spotlight

• Camp GRACE is a day camp for children ages 5 - 15 with Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD) or Autism. We focus on your child's growth, recognition, achievement, character and encouragement. Link to learn more: https://www.ymcatriangle.org/programs-and-services/camps/camp-grace-north-raleigh
• Finley Summer Day Camp is really five camps in one. We’ve got camps for young nature lovers, sports enthusiasts, half-day camps for the wee ones and camps that cater to high school interests. Link to learn more: https://www.ymcatriangle.org/ae-finley-ymca/blog/something-everyone-summer-day-camp
• Super Skippers Jump Rope Camps have skill-development sessions, hands-on instruction, and expert coaching. Campers swim and enjoy other traditional camp activities. Link to learn more about Super Skippers: https://www.ymcatriangle.org/blog/more-jumping-rope

Registration is now easier than ever! Locate your camp in the camp finder. Select the “Register Online” button and you’re on your way! Camp Finder link: https://www.ymcatriangle.org/programs-and-services/camps/any/any/any/any