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YWCA Hamilton celebrates Therapeutic Recreation Staff
Therapeutic Recreation is an essential part of the programming we offer here at YWCA Hamilton. But what exactly is it? […]
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All posts reflecting a YWCA Hamilton program or service and/or the people impacted within programs and services
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YWCA Hamilton’s new Join program offers wraparound services for newcomers, youth, and the 2SLGBTQ+ community
We are excited to introduce a new program designed specifically to help newcomer women, youth and 2SLGBTQ+ youth meet all [...]
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Dolores’ story: How YWCA Hamilton’s programs help seniors stay connected
This holiday season, we reached out to our friend Dolores to help describe the impact YWCA Hamilton has had on [...]
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How YWCA Hamilton’s STEP program changes lives
Three years ago, Emma Farr started a program that changed her life. “I was having a really hard time in [...]
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Mimma’s story: YWCA Hamilton’s Encore Program “saved my life”
Mimma Musitano was told she wouldn’t survive her breast cancer journey. She was 57 years old when she was diagnosed [...]
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Maureen’s story: how YWCA Hamilton’s virtual Encore Program helped a breast cancer warrior, 18 years after treatment
When it comes to YWCA Hamilton’s Encore program, Maureen Hayman describes herself as a bit of a contradiction. “I’m probably [...]
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Dea’s story: how positive thinking and YWCA Hamilton’s Encore program offered a road map to life after breast cancer
Dea Cappelli says one of her biggest strengths is her positive outlook – even while undergoing treatment for breast cancer. [...]
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Amanda’s story: How YWCA Hamilton’s Encore program helped a 29-year-old breast cancer warrior
Amanda Rahija was only 29 when she felt a lump in her breast. Breast cancer was the last thing on [...]
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YWCA Hamilton’s Encore program is a lifeline for breast cancer survivors
When Neanette Atanas talks about YWCA Hamilton’s Encore program, she gets a little emotional. “I may cry when I talk [...]
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YWCA Hamilton’s new RISE Collective helps amplify youth voices in the community
Are you a young person passionate about making change, building your skills, and connecting with your community? The RISE Collective [...]
