With Greater Sydney plunged into lockdown, the Y NSW is staying committed to connection, offering virtual opportunities to promote active wellness at home for the young and the young at heart.
The leading not-for-profit is providing virtual fitness resources for the whole community, while also activating key youth and wellbeing programs including Uplift and Y Spaces online.
Y NSW CEO Susannah Le Bron said the organisation is focused on ensuring the benefits of connection at the Ys across the state are accessible when needed most.
"We know that there is a deep connection between physical, emotional and mental wellbeing – and just how important social connection is to everyone in New South Wales," Mrs Le Bron said.
"We may have had to close our doors as we get through the latest outbreak of COVID-19, but we're still open to connect with our community through a chat, an online workout, or free resources to help you prioritise wellness during this time."
For young people
Whether young people are impacted by the Greater Sydney lockdown, or isolating elsewhere in NSW, Y NSW Executive Leader of Youth and Community Louisa McKay said it's vital that channels remain open for them to be heard and supported.
"We know that young people are disproportionately impacted by lockdowns in terms of the disruption to casual work and education. Concerningly, more than 70 percent of young people surveyed by Headspace reported that their mental health has deteriorated since the first outbreak of the pandemic," Ms McKay said.
"Young people are often the last to put their hand up for help, so ensuring we are visible and here for them when we can't meet face-to-face is critical.
The Y is open to connect with young people via the following channels:
| WHEN | WHAT | MORE INFO |
|---|---|---|
| 6.7.21 11am- 12pm |
Uplift active wellness session | Join Y Youth Workers and a Fitness Instructor for a friendly, fun and active wellbeing session from the comfort of your own home. Session is for those aged 18-25 years old. Register here: https://bit.ly/3AeXDj6 |
| 7.7.21 11am- 12pm |
Origami session | Regular Origami expert or first timers, join our Youth Worker Mim for a fun, relaxed and interesting creative session to make amazing origami art. Session is for those aged 13-18 years. Register here: https://bit.ly/3wfQAnn |
| Ongoing | Call A Youth Worker |
Young people in the regions below are invited to Call A Youth Worker if they're feeling challenged by the current COVID-19 environment. Cooma Hours of Operation: Tuesday-Friday 9am-5pm |
