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.
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Date: Monday, February 24
Time: 7am - 3pm
Location: MPR at Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
1930 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada
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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: Monday, February 17
Time: 7am-3pm
Location: MPR 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!
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We have collected 104 units of blood since 2020, saving the lives of up to 260 people!
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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 is partnering with the USC Verdugo Hills Hospital's Community Resource Center for Aging and Alzheimer's Los Angeles to provide some respite for those caring for people with early to mid-stage dementia.​
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Event Activities:
The evening offers a time for caregivers, with or without their persons with dementia, to enjoy food, conversation, connection with other caregivers, and activities such a good game of Bingo! We provide information, resources and support to (and among) caregivers.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:
SPONSORED BY:
Price
Free for all
​Location​
Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
(Multi-Purpose Room)​
1930 Foothill Blvd, La Canada, CA 91011
Activities
Enjoy Bingo, food, and a time for our Caregiver's Connection​
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Date
First Thursday of Every Month
Thursday, Feb. 6th
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Time
4pm - 6pm
Limited space, registration is required.
To Register:
Call (818) 949-4033
Take part in the fun — call us for more information!
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.
The lectures are available for in-person attendance or virtual attendance via Zoom.
To Register:
We will have box lunches for takeaway at the end of the talk for our in-person attendees. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., and the talk will begin promptly at 12 p.m. Reservations for takeaway box lunches are required 48 hours in advance. Please visit uscvhh.org/doc-talks or call (818) 952-2228 to register.
Recognizing Heart Disease
Featuring Dr. Vicken Zeitjian
Dr. Vicken Zeitjian is board-certified in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular disease, and internal medicine. He also has expertise in
cardiovascular diagnostics and treatment modalities and specializes in the treatment of coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease via catheter-based approaches.
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​Date: Thursday, February 6th
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Time: 12pm - 1pm (Presentation In-Person or Zoom)
Doors open at 11:30am
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New Location! USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, Council Rooms
1812 Verdugo, Glendale, CA 91208
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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
ACTING OUT: ACTING WORKSHOPS
ACTING OUT dares students to step beyond the script and
into their power. By bringing professional actors into classrooms, we tear down barriers to arts education, developing launchpads for confidence, creativity, and change. Through immersive workshops and mentorship, we equip the next generation to embrace who they are, speak their truth, and—above all—ACT OUT.
Session Topics:
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Introduction to Acting ​
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Building the Actor's Toolbox
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Character Development
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Improvisation Skills
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Script Analysis
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Scene Work
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Emotional Depth
Price:
FREE
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Location:
Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
1930 Foothill. Blvd.
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
(Multi-Purpose Room)
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Dates:
Wednesdays at 6:30PM
Weekend Dates on Zoom: TBD
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Class Format:
In-person Classes
Zoom Classes: TBD
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.
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Price:
Basic Live Scan(DOJ): $55
Advance Live Scan(DOJ and FBI): $65
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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.
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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.
We will not be offering any community CPR classes until further notice.
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:​
TBD
Price:
$250
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Location:
Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
1930 Foothill. Blvd.
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
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Class Length:
Saturday 8am - 6pm (w/ 1 hour Lunch) (30 mins in pool for swim test)
Sunday 8am - 6pm (w/ 1 hour Lunch) (All day in the Pool)
Monday 4pm - 9pm (Lecture and multiple choice test)
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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.
Our recent art gallery was a huge success!
We're thrilled to announce that our next event is set for October—stay tuned for the exact date. We can't wait to share more with you!
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Price
Free
​Location​
Crescenta-Cañada Family YMCA
(Multi-Purpose Room)​
1930 Foothill Blvd, La Canada, CA 91011
Date
TBD (October)
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Ages
Middle and High School Teens
Adult Leaders Present
Ellen Park, Jude Lee, and Cameron Rose
CREATORS OF HEARTS FOR SIBLINGS
Rachel Lee & Chloe Chong
"Our mission is simple — to create a safe environment to empower siblings."
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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