34 Growing Mindfully Growing Mindfully is a free physical and mental wellness program for youth 8-12 years old, to help support youth to be more active and learn healthy coping strategies. This group consists of a mental wellness component where participants learn tools and strategies to work through difficult emotions and a physical activity component where children learn importance being active in a fun and supportive environment. Visit our website at https://www.gv.ymca.ca/ growing-mindfully for more information Y Mind Youth Y Mind Youth is a free seven-week, in-person mental wellness program delivered by YMCAs across BC and in partnership with youth-serving organizations. The program is being delivered in partnership with the Chilliwack Youth Health Centre in Chilliwack. The program supports youth ages 18 to 30 who are experiencing symptoms of mild-to moderate anxiety or stress. Participants learn and practice evidence-based strategies to help manage anxiety. Learn more by contacting the Chilliwack Youth Health Centre at [email protected] or visit gv.ymca.ca/y-mind-youth. Generation Health Community Generation Health Community is a fun, free, and interactive healthy lifestyle program for families with children ages 8 to 12. The program has virtual or in person group options and runs for 10 weeks. Families engage in fun activities and learn about different topics like healthy eating, physical activity, healthy body image, screen time, sleep hygiene, self-confidence, goal setting, and more! This program is offered virtually. Learn more about Generation Health Community: gv.ymca.ca/generation-health-community Mental Wellness Programs Our free mental wellness programs, Y Mind and Mind Medicine, help participants learn how to manage stress and mild-to-moderate anxiety. Our programs are evidence-based and teach Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness. To participate, you may selfrefer, you do not need a diagnosis of anxiety, and you do not need to be a YMCA member. Learn more at gv.ymca.ca/mental-wellness
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