Fostering Connections for Better Health

Area seniors are invited to a special day of wellness and social connections from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., May 29, at the Red Bank Family YMCA, located at 166 Maple Avenue.

The free event celebrates National Senior Health & Fitness Day® and marks Older Americans Month, honoring the contributions of older adults in communities across the country. In Monmouth County, seniors comprise 19.4 percent of the total population, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

“The Y is dedicated to keeping seniors engaged, active, and healthy,” said Laurie Goganzer, president and chief executive officer of the YMCA of Greater Monmouth County. “We strive to make the Y a hub for social connections and wellness activities that contribute to overall well-being,” she added.

Seniors will enjoy various activities including aqua and fitness classes, health screenings, information on mental health resources, games, prizes, and a lunch and learn workshop, “Up Side of Down, Tips for Successful Aging,” presented by the Mental Health Association. The workshop will take place from 10:50-11:20 a.m., and all participants will receive lunch from Fulfill and a free cooler at the end of the presentation.

All seniors who attend the celebration will receive a one-week pass to the Y.

The senior event is partially funded by the Monmouth County Suicide Prevention Grant. In addition to Fulfill and the Mental Health Association, community partners include Hackensack Meridian Health, Monmouth County Office on Aging, Alzheimer’s Association and Atlantic Physical Therapy.

For more information about activities at the Red Bank facility and other Y locations, please visit: ymcanj.org/seniorhealthday or email info@ymcanj.org.

About YMCA of Greater Monmouth County
For 150 years, the YMCA of Greater Monmouth County has been here for all – to empower youth and teens, improve health and strengthen community. Over the past five years, our Y has provided more than $5 million in financial assistance and subsidies to Y participants throughout greater Monmouth County. Our life-changing programs and services are anchored in eight communities: health and wellness facilities in Freehold Township, Old Bridge and Red Bank; an outdoor day camp in Wall; counseling and social service centers in Eatontown, Matawan and Middletown; a childcare center in Freehold Township; and integrated in over 100 schools in Monmouth and Ocean counties. Named a New Jersey Top Workplace in 2023 and 2022 by New Jersey Advance Media, we’re based in Shrewsbury, NJ. Learn more at www.ymcanj.org.