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By Chris Brown

YMCA launches mental wellness program for young adults

Mar 2, 2023 | 1:22 PM

MEDICINE HAT, AB – The YMCA of Medicine Hat is launching a new program to help teens and young adults manage stress and anxiety,

The program, called Y Mind, introduces young people to evidence-based tools while connecting them with peers and experienced professionals over the course of seven weeks.

“Youth are experiencing high levels of mental health and addiction issues,” says Victoria Potter, director of community programs at the YMCA of Medicine Hat. “This program empowers youth to develop the skills needed to respond to anxiety and improve their wellbeing. The Y is always working to fill gaps in our community, and this latest program is one way we are following through on that commitment.”

The program is offered at the new Y on 2nd location. Other Y Community Programs include the Y Parent (formerly Young Moms’ Program), Camp Jude, Youth Transitions and Alternative Suspension.

There are two seven-week sessions available for people ages 18-30, starting this month. Saturday sessions are 1-4 p.m. from March 11 to April 29 and Tuesday sessions are 6:30-9 p.m. from March 14 to April 25.

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The program is free and pre-registration is required.

For more information or to register visit medicinehatymca.ca or email ymind@medicinehatymca.ca.