Outreach Programs

The YMCA strives to serve not only the City of Peterborough but also the County of Peterborough. Within the County the YMCA is offering Afterschool Programs, Summer Camps, Swimming Lessons,
School Age and Preschool Programs. For more information on these programs, to register or if you are interested in having a program in your community, please contact Heather Stephens 748-9642 Ext 225

Outreach – PA–Day Programs

Similar to our daycamp program, this program will be an action packed day of activities, games and cool crafts! For more information on dates, locations and prices, please contact Jackie Morrill 748-9642 ext. 221

Outreach – Babysitting Course

This course is a great way to get introduced to skills involved in caring for young children. You will gain valuable training that will prepare you to be the safe, responsible babysitter that everyone will want!
Information covered will include dealing with emergencies, diaper changing, healthy snacks and general ways to keep children happy, healthy and having fun! For more information on dates, locations and
prices, please contact Jackie Morrill 748-9642 ext. 221

Youth Gambling Awareness Program

The YMCA offers a presentation geared to youth ages 8 and up, parents and professionals; the presentation is a FREE prevention and education program around the risks associated with gambling and how harm reduction strategies can be used to reduce the potential harm that may be linked with gambling. We offer youth accurate information to make informed choices and walk through a series of harm reduction strategies for them to stay safe.

Working directly with you, your parents, your teachers, your students, or other health professionals, we provide:

• Prevention and education programs to help reduce the potential harm associated with youth gambling, including curriculum support that fits right into the Ontario Ministry of Educations curriculum from grade 3-12.

• Community awareness sessions, including presentations to schools and youth organizations

• Information that will help you weigh the costs and benefits of gambling

• Decision-making and coping strategies that will help you remain a responsible member of the community.

• Referral to gambling treatment services

Studies show that gambling patterns often can begin as early as the age of eight. Using a neutral and harm reduction approach, the YMCA aims to provide youth with the skills they need to become happy, healthy, and productive adults.

For more information and links to the curriculum support packages you can visit the lead site at: www.ymcagta.org/gambling

If you are interested in learning more about the Youth Gambling Awareness Program or wish to book or preview a presentation please contact:

Emily Gray
Youth Outreach Worker
Youth Gambling Awareness Program
(705) 748-9642 ext 209
emily_gray@ymca.ca

Related links & resources

Kids Help Phone
1-800-668-6868
http://www.kidshelpphone.ca

Responsible Gambling Council - Friends for Friends
http://www.responsiblegambling.org