New Rochelle YMCA and Mount Vernon Resource Adult Center Announce New Partnership to Support Senior Wellness
The New Rochelle YMCA (NRYMCA) and the Mount Vernon Resource Adult Center (MVRAC) are proud to announce a new partnership dedicated to enhancing the health, wellness, and quality of life of Mount Vernon’s senior community.
“We are thrilled to announce such a meaningful partnership between the Mount Vernon Adult Resource Center and the New Rochelle YMCA. This collaboration represents a shared commitment to uplifting and empowering the senior community of Mount Vernon. Through this alliance, our seniors will gain greater access to enriching programs designed to support their physical, emotional, and social well-being—ensuring they live life to its fullest potential,” said New Rochelle YMCA CEO Jennifer Ryan Safsel.
This collaboration will bring YMCA-led fitness, wellness, and educational programs directly to the Resource Center, offering seniors greater access to opportunities that promote active living, social connection, and overall well-being. The partnership will also help participants determine whether they qualify for free YMCA membership through their health insurance plans, such as Silver Sneakers® and Renew Active®.
The programming will include low-impact fitness classes, such as stretch and movement sessions, Zumba Gold, and the evidence-based “Walk with Ease” program, along with ongoing wellness and social engagement opportunities. It is truly inspiring to witness organizations come together with purpose and compassion.
“The New Rochelle YMCA brings a wealth of experience and heart to this partnership, and we are proud to stand alongside them in service of our elders. Together, we are building a stronger, more vibrant future for Mount Vernon’s senior residents,” stated Serapher Conn Halevi, Director of the Mount Vernon Adult Resource Center.
“The partnership between the New Rochelle YMCA and the Mount Vernon Armory Community (MVARC) reflects the very best of what our communities can achieve together. As someone who has spent a lifetime advocating for Mount Vernon families, I am proud to see organizations joining forces to expand opportunity, strengthen wellness, and uplift the people we serve. This collaboration is not just a program partnership—it is a commitment to building a healthier, more connected future for all,” stressed Ruth Hassell-Thompson, New Rochelle YMCA Board Member and Former New York State Senator, Mount Vernon.
The next NRYMCA-led fitness event at MVRAC will be on Thursday, December 11 with Angela Hultberg for Zumba® Gold. Hope you will join us. For more information, visit nrymca.org or give us a call at 914-632-1818.