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YMCA of Delaware launches weeklong campaign to combat child sexual abuse

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Culture

The YMCA of Delaware is taking a stand against child sexual abuse by joining the nationwide “Five Days of Action” campaign, set to run from April 21 to April 25. The annual initiative aims to raise awareness and inspire adults to play an active role in protecting children from sexual abuse. As part of the campaign, the YMCA of Delaware …

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YMCA unveils blood pressure self-monitoring program to fight hypertension

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Health

Nearly 4 in 10 Delawareans struggle with hypertension, and the YMCA is taking action to address this statistic. In an effort to combat Delaware’s growing hypertension crisis, the YMCA of Delaware has launched a new Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring (BPSM) program aimed at empowering individuals to take control of their heart health. Initially available at the Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA with virtual …

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YMCA of Delaware is launching its BrainSavers program later this month.

YMCA of Del. launches holistic program to promote healthy aging

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Health

WILMINGTON – The YMCA of Delaware is introducing an innovative new program designed to support healthy aging through a holistic approach that integrates both physical and cognitive wellness. BrainSavers, created by One Pass, is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing the vitality and independence of adults as they age. The instructor-led program, available to all YMCA of Delaware members, is built …

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Tom Carper bids farewell to U.S. Senate; met with respect from both sides of aisle

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Government

Although a lifelong Democrat, longtime United States Senator and Delaware politician Tom Carper garnered praise from the opposition following his farewell address on the U.S. Senate Floor this week. “Tom Carper’s extraordinary legacy of public service to both our state and nation is undeniable,” said House Minority Leader Tim Dukes, R-Laurel. “With a career spanning more than five decades, his …

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Delaware Roundup: 38 (Really) Quick Reads (11/15)

Peter OsborneBusiness, Culture, Delaware Nonprofits, Education, Government, Government & Politics, Health, Retail and Restaurants, Sports

The Delaware Roundup is published every weekend. Send submissions for News Briefs and Calendar items to [email protected]. If possible, please forward submissions within the email or in a Word document. BUSINESS Cover & Rossiter, one of Wilmington’s oldest full-service accounting firms will merge with and be rebranded by the Bonadio Group, which will help Upstate New York’s largest professional services firm …

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Kent, Sussex child care centers may get higher Del. payments

Sam HautGovernment, Headlines

A bill that would force the state to pay Kent and Sussex County child care programs the same fees that it pays New Castle ones seems headed to the Senate floor. No one spoke against Senate Bill 59, sponsored by Sen. Kyle Evans Gay, D-Arden, when it came up Wednesday in the Senate Health & Social Services Committee. Gay said …

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Big Brothers, Sisters snags $900,000 MacKenzie Scott donation

Betsy PriceCulture, Headlines

  A surprise $900,000 donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott will double the annual budget of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Delaware. The organization, which pairs at-risk children with adult mentors, is still discussing how to use the donation, which the organization did not apply for or know about until the staff got a call, said Anya Lindsey-Jenkins, executive director. …

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State narrows gap between stats and Fourth of July vaccination goal

Betsy PriceHeadlines, Health

  Delaware is sitting at 69.8% of the eligible population vaccinated.   Delaware is thisclose to making its Fourth of July goal to give at least one dose of vaccine to 70% of those eligible to take them. The state said in a press release Monday afternoon that according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 69.8% of Delawareans …

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YMCAs to offer free summer memberships for teens

Betsy PriceCulture, Headlines

All the fun for teens in the free YMCA program Take On Summer isn’t only in the gym or pool.       Encouraging teens to Take On Summer, YMCA of Delaware is offering free summer memberships for those ages 12 to 17. Dajour Jones who has been a part of the program for four years at the Bear/Glascow YMCA …