Young Mens Christian Association of Naugatuck

Our y focuses on youth development through a plethora of programs designed to teach healthy living and enrich the lives of youth by offering an opportunity for spiritual and emotional growth and provide a safe nurturing environment where they can become good citizens while making lifelong friendships. We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That's why, through the y, hundreds of youth today are cultivating the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement.

The Naugatuck ymca operates a 30 room single occupancy, short term residency, situated in our historic building, in the heart of Naugatuck. We offer convenience, security and comfort at an affordable price and offer open doors financial assistance. Residents find a sense of community, whether at one of our quarterly get togethers, working out with a friend in our wellness center, or in our professional staff.the Naugatuck ymca is just two blocks from the metro north line and within walking distance to all the conveniences and attractions of downtown Naugatuck. Rooms are available, with the convenience of weekly rates, for both long and short-term stays. The majority of our residents are in transition such as divorce, work transfer, or other life changing experiences. 68% of our residents currently fall within the federal poverty guidelines while 33% are veterans. Our dormitoryprogram is just one of our programs that growing answers a need for our community.

MEMBER SERVICES AT THE NAUGATUCK YMCA INCLUDES Full facility ACCESS AND USE OF THE WELLNESS CENTERS, GYMNASIUM, RACQUETBALL COURT, 6 Lane 25 Yard SWIMMING POOL, GROUP Exercise STUDIO, SPIN STUDIO, YOGA STUDIO, AND FULLY-EQUIPPED LOCKER ROOMS.THE YMCA OFFERS A WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE WHERE HEALTH SEEKERS CAN FEEL COMFORTABLE AND RECEIVE THE ENCOURAGEMENT AND SUPPORT THEY NEED TO CONTINUE HEALTHY LIVING THROUGH THE GUIDANCE OF TRAINED PROFESSIONALS. THE YMCA PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO SERVE PEOPLE OF ALL AGES, ABILITIES, INCOMES, and walks of lifeTHE NAUGATUCK YMCA IS COMMITTED TO USING ITS RESOURCES IN COOPERATION WITH THE GREATER COMMUNITY AND ITS ASSOCIATED AGENCIES INCLUDING THE BOROUGH OF NAUGATUCK, WELLMORE, BOARD OF EDUCATION, YOUTH SERVICES, WESTERN CONNECTICUT AREA AGENCY ON AGING AND CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, United Way of Naugatuck, and Partnership for Youth and Families. AMONG OTHERS. ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS PROVIDED BY THE NAUGATUCK YMCA INCLUDE AQUATIC TESTING, CPR AND FIRST AID TRAINING COURSES, LIFE-SAVING CLASSES AND CERTIFICATIONS, ENHANCED FITNESS FOR OUR ACTIVE OLDER ADULT COMMUNITY, LIVESTRONG AT THE YMCA, PRESCHOOL DEVELOPMENT GRANT, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, FACILITIES FOR CHURCH SERVICES AND SEVERAL SUPPORT GROUPS.BY PROVIDING ACCESSIBILITY TO THE COMMUNITY THROUGH PROGRAMS SUCH AS OUR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, WE WERE ABLE TO OFFER ASSISTANCE TO THOSE IN NEED ON THE MOST FUNDAMENTAL OF LEVELS, AFFORDABILITY. IN 2019, MORE THAN 350 FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS PARTICIPATED IN THE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, RECEIVING SUBSIDIES AND ASSISTANCE THAT ENSURED THAT NO ONE IS UNABLE TO PARTICIPATE DUE TO THE INABILITY TO PAY FOR SERVICES.