COMMUNITY
SERVICES
In partnership with the American Red Cross, the YMCA of the Foothills will host a blood drive at our Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA.
Date: Wednesday, May 29th
Time: 7am - 3pm
Location: MPR at Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
1930 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada
Click below to register, enter the zip code 91011
AMERICAN RED CROSS COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE
HUNTINGTON HOSPITAL COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE
In partnership with Huntington Hospital, the YMCA of the Foothills will host a blood drive at our Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA.
Date: TBD
Time: 7am-3pm
Location: Gymnasium at Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
1930 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada
To Register:
Call or text (626) 676-3035 to schedule your donation.
Donors will receive a FREE Baskin Robbins gift card!
We have collected 104 units of blood since 2020, saving the lives of up to 260 people!
We appreciate our community's continued support in this vital effort.
Caregiving for someone with dementia can be buoyed by knowledge and a community of support.
The YMCA of the Foothills partners with the USC Verdugo Hills Hospital's Community Resource Center for Aging and Alzheimer's Los Angeles the first Thursday of the month to provide some respite for those caring for people with early to mid-stage dementia.
The evening offers a time for caregivers, with or without their persons with dementia, to enjoy food, conversation, connection with other caregivers, activities and entertainment. We provide information, resources and provide support to (and among) caregivers.
Event Activities:
A special Cinco de Mayo-themed event with pillow making, Caregivers Connection time, plus dinner and lots of socialization!
Price
Free for all
Location
Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
(Multi-Purpose Room)
1930 Foothill Blvd, La Canada, CA 91011
Activities
A special Cinco de Mayo-themed event with pillow making, Caregivers Connection time, plus dinner and lots of socialization!
Date
First Thursday of Every Month
Thursday, May 2
Time
4pm - 6pm
Limited space, registration is required.
Register
Call (818) 949-4033
Take part in the fun — call us for more information!
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:
SPONSORED BY:
In partnership with USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, the YMCA of the Foothills will host a monthly Doc Talk series that will present a variety of health-related topics to community members throughout the year.
In compliance with COVID-19 safety guidelines, the lectures are available for in-person attendance or virtual attendance via Zoom.
Stroke Awareness
Lorena Santana-Standard, BS, RN, SCRN
Lorena Santana-Standard, BS, RN, SCRN is the Stroke and Sepsis Coordinator at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital. A graduate of both UC Irvine and Glendale Community College, she received her certification in stroke care from the American Association of Neuroscience Nursing in 2014. Her focus is in adoption of best practices in stroke care and stroke prevention. She grew up in La Crescenta and has spent her career serving our local community.
Date: Thursday, May 16th
Time: 11:30am-Noon (boxed lunch)
Noon – 1pm Presentation In-Person or Zoom
Location: Multi Purpose Room at Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
1930 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada Flintridge
We will be hosting box lunches for our in-person attendees.
In-person RSVP is required for accurate boxed-lunch orders.
Please click below to register or call (818) 952-2228
SPRING INTO WELLNESS
Classes are free and no RSVP is needed.
Bring your own mat and water.
In collaboration with the City of La Cañada Flintridge
Price:
Free, no need to RSVP
Location:
Memorial Park
1301 Foothill Blvd
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
BOOTCAMP at 8:30 am
May 4, 18
June 1, 22
ZUMBA at 10:00 am
May 4, 11
June 1, 22
Come to learn:
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What does my retirement look like financially?
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How old will I be when I retire?
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Where will my retirement funds come from?
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What does long-term care look like?
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What is an annuity and how will it benefit me?
If so, give us an hour and we will offer you answers!
Price:
Free, plus lunch is provided!
Date & Time:
Wednesday, May 8th at 11:30am
Location:
Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
1930 Foothill. Blvd.
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
The YMCA of the Foothills will begin offering live scan services to the community.
Appointments must be made 24 in advance. To book an appointment, email Debbie Pile by clicking below.
Note: Non-profits will need to show proof of identification such as a paystub, name badge, business card, etc.
Price:
Basic Live Scan(DOJ): $50
Advance Live Scan(DOJ and FBI): $60
Location:
Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
1930 Foothill. Blvd.
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
This class is for anyone who wants to learn or is required to be trained and certified in Adult First Aid, CPR, and use of AED for adults, children, and infants.
HSI Adult First Aid, CPR and AED for all ages (adult, child, and infant):
The goal of the Health & Safety Institute Adult First Aid CPR AED training program is for participants to gain or improve knowledge and skill proficiency in Adult First Aid, CPR and AED for adult, child, and infant.
This blended learning program includes flexible instructional tools for developing proficiency via demonstration and prompted practice, including scenario-based problem-solving exercises with feedback.
HSI First Aid | CPR AED reflects the latest resuscitation science and treatment recommendations published by the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR), and it conforms with the 2020 American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines Update for CPR and ECC and the annual Guidelines Update.
Dates:
April 26 (Friday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
April 30 (Tuesday) 4:00 - 7:00 pm
May 21 (Tuesday) 4:00 - 7:00 pm
May 24 (Friday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
June 20 (Thursday) 4:00 - 7:00 pm
June 25 (Tuesday) 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
*The cutoff registration date is 1 week prior to the class so members can complete their e-learning.
Price:
$63 for a 2-year certification
Location:
Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
1930 Foothill. Blvd.
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
Class Length:
3 Hours
Class Format:
Blended Learning with E-learning done at your own pace and In-Person, Instructor-Led Skills Session
**E-learning must be completed first in order to take the in-person class**
Student/Instructor Ratio:
Minimum 2:1 - Maximum 4:1
The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services personnel take over.
Dates:
FEBRUARY 3 and 4 (8:00am - 5:00pm)
FEBRUARY 17 and 18 (8:00am - 5:00pm)
MARCH 2 and 3 (8:00am - 5:00pm)
MARCH 16 and 17 (8:00am - 5:00pm)
Price:
$225
Recertification: $165
Location:
Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
1930 Foothill. Blvd.
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
Class Length:
20 Hours Online Instruction
16 Hours In-Person Instruction
Class Format:
Blended Learning with E-learning done at your own pace and In-Person, Instructor-Led Course
**E-learning must be completed first in order to take the in-person class**
In partnership with Hearts for Siblings, a support group for Teens who have Siblings with Disabilities.
Price
Free
Location
Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
(Multi-Purpose Room)
1930 Foothill Blvd, La Canada, CA 91011
Date
Saturday, April 6th
Time
2-4pm
Ages
Middle and High School Teens
Adult Leaders Present
Ellen Park and Cameron Rose
CREATORS OF HEARTS FOR SIBLINGS:
Rachel Lee & Chloe Chong
"Our mission is simple — to create a safe environment to empower siblings."
Did you know that siblings of those with disabilities often feel:
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Like they can not express their feelings
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Isolated
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That they are forced to grow up quicker
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Have a different idea of family and home
Have you ever considered how your diet can affect your energy levels throughout the day?
By making certain adjustments to your daily meals/snacks, you can keep your energy up and tackle the challenges of your busy life with ease.
Join our NEW Y Nutritionist Paolin Hartounian as she breaks down simple ways to eat for 'all day' energy!
Price:
Free, light snacks will be provided
Date & Time:
NEXT ONE TBD
Location:
Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
1930 Foothill. Blvd.
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011