After more than two months of a shutdown caused by the Coronavirus pandemic, the YWCA of Northwest Indiana, located at 150 W. 15th Avenue, is scheduled to reopen Monday, June 15th. According to Executive Director Caren Jones, the relaunching of services will be gradual and phased in with precautions in place to keep members safe from the potential spread of the COVID-19 virus.
“We are so excited to be able to resume delivering services to our members,” said Jones. “The programs we provide are critical, and we have taken the necessary steps to create a safe and socially distanced environment.”
In addition to the opening of the fitness center, Summer Day Camp for youth begins June 15th, and the pool will be open for lap swimming only. Jazzercise classes as well as weekly Wednesday Line Dancing classes will also restart the week of the 15th. Childcare services, which are already operational, will continue for essential workers. Programs for senior citizens, including congregate Meals on Wheels will begin July 6th.
“We recognize that following CDC safety guidelines is of the utmost importance,” added Jones. “Our facility has been sanitized and continual cleaning will take place throughout our program areas. We are also taking temperatures of staff and members and requiring members to wear masks.”
For more information about the YWCA of Northwest Indiana and its programs, visit www.ywca.org or call (219) 881-9922.
About the YWCA of NWI
The YWCA of Northwest Indiana transform lives by mobilizing our diverse community to provide vibrant opportunities and experiences that strive to diminish racial and gender disparities in health, education and wealth attainment, as we prepare future generations to sustain these endeavors.
Established in 1920 with a strong commitment to serve, the YWCA has become a well-established institution serving the community for over ninety years.
In December 2000, the YWCA proudly opened a brand-new facility located at 150 W. 15th Avenue in Gary, which houses the only indoor public pool in the city as well as a gymnasium, dance studio, fitness room, meeting center and full commercial kitchen. As the only YWCA in Northwest Indiana, we have an all-female Board of Directors and serve as a training ground for young women to learn about board and community service.
