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Finding His Place: Kal'El Santiago
De Lorbiecki Santiago and her family moved to the Philadelphia area from Tennessee so her son, Kal'El, could receive specialized medical care at CHOP. Kal'El was born with Hirschsprung's disease, a birth defect that impacts the intestines. After several moves and long stretches of travel for treatment, CHOP became the reason the family finally put…
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Healing Through Social Connections: Alice Prichett
About ten years ago, Alice survived a traumatic brain injury that took a significant toll on her memory, and on her ability to connect with others. She found herself avoiding people entirely, sometimes going weeks without leaving her home. "I began to hate people. I avoided them as much as possible."With the support of her…
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PRESS: Greater Philadelphia YMCA Gets Ready for Annual Gobble Wobble 5K
Abington, Haverford, Philadelphia & Royersford, PA — August 6, 2026 —The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is kicking off Thanksgiving in a fun, healthy way with its annual Gobble Wobble 5K Run and Walk. Originally founded in Abington, the race has expanded to four YMCA locations, drawing nearly 6,000 participants in 2025. Proceeds support the YMCA’s Annual…
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PRESS: Regain Your Strength With the Help of the Y
Philadelphia, PA — July 31, 2026 — The Greater Philadelphia YMCA announced that registration is open for the fall session of LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a free, research-based physical activity and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors reclaim their total health. The new session begins the week of September 14, 2026, with registration…
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PRESS: Flyers and Gritty Bring Hockey to YMCA Camps
PHILADELPHIA — July 20, 2026 — The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is teaming up with the Philadelphia Flyers this summer to bring the Flyers Hooked on Hockey program to campers across the region. Led by Flyers Alumni and the Flyers Community Relations team, the program delivers the excitement of street hockey directly to elementary-aged campers through…
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Creativity Corner at the Christian Street YMCA
Let your kids express their creativity! We're hosting Creativity Corner for members to do arts and crafts each week. This free offering is open to members of all ages. Registration is not required.Where:This event takes place in the lobby of the Christian Street YMCA.When:Join us on Thursdays from 4:00 - 6:00 PM.
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Phoenixville YMCA Synchronized Swim Team Competes at Junior Olympics
The Phoenixville YMCA Synchronized Swim Team traveled to Ypsilanti, Michigan to compete in the 2026 Junior Olympic Championship earlier this month! Seventeen swimmers competed at this impressive meet and for the first time in program history, some of the team's routines placed in the finals!Championship Highlights:12 & Under9th Place 12U Mixed Duet - Aaron &…
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PRESS: Boyertown Teens Bring Big Idea to National YMCA Summit
Boyertown, PA — July 14, 2026 — The Boyertown YMCA is excited to welcome home local high school students Anna John and Isabella Thornton of Boyertown Area Senior High School, who participated in the 2026 YMCA Changemakers Summit June 16–18 in Charlotte, NC. Anna and Isabella were two of 80 students selected from a national pool…
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