The YMCA partners with many other organizations to help address the greatest needs in our community. We have compiled a list or resources for our community.
Food Resources
Kaizen Food Rescue - Metro Denver
Monday from 3-4:30 PM: Valley View Church of God - 4390 S Lowell Blvd, Englewood, CO 80110
Tuesday from 3:30-5:30 PM: Dead End of Bates & Raritan - 2900 S Shoshone St, Englewood, CO 80110
Thursday from 3:30-5 PM: Christ the King Lutheran - 2300 S Patton Ct Denver, CO 80219
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 10 AM - 1 PM: Community Ministry - 1755 S Zuni St, Denver, CO 80223
Wednesday from 6-7:30 PM: Community Ministry 1755 S Zuni St, Denver, CO 80223
Friday from 2-4 PM: Florence Crittenton High School: 55 S Zuni St, Denver, CO 80223
Monday, Tuesday, Friday from 12-3:45 PM: Community Table- 8555 W 57th Ave, Arvada, CO 80002
Wednesday from 9-11 AM: New Apostolic Church- 5290 Vance St, Arvada, CO 80002
Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 PM: Abundant Life Community - 6520 Wadsworth Blvd #130, Arvada, CO 80003
Saturday, Monday from 10-12 PM: The Rising Church- 7500 W 57th Ave, Arvada, CO 80002
Tuesday, Thursday from 2-3:30 PM: Salvation Army - 802 Quari Ct, Aurora, CO 80011
Monday - Thursday from 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Aurora Interfaith Community - 1553 Clinton St, Aurora, CO 80010
Saturday from 9:30 AM - 12 PM: ANSAR Pantry - 16251 E Colfax Ave #208, Aurora, CO 80011
Medical Resources
Families and Kids
Scholastic Learn at Home Website
Entertaining & Educational Indoor Activities
How to talk to your kids about coronavirus
Center for Child & Family Psychology - Therapy - University of Denver
How to help teens and young adults
Coronavirus: A book for children
Five questions to ask yourself for parents
Educational podcasts | Learning at home
Helping children cope with stress
Healthy emotion regulation during stressful times
Physical Wellness
Nutrition
Delicious and kid-friendly mug cake recipes
Easy recipes that make fruit and veggies fun for kids
STEM
50+ genius STEM activities for kids
40 STEM activities with at-home items
50 hands-on experience STEM activities
Mindset Finder Fortune Teller - Art
Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems - Art
Family Corner
Talking to kids about coronavirus
Books: Coretta Scott King Book Award Winners
Educational virtual field trips
Sesame Workshop's Tips For Parenting During A Pandemic
The Integrated Schools Podcast: Raising White Kids with Jennifer Harvey
075: Five Pandemic Parenting Lessons with Cindy Wang Brandt
Teaching Your Child About Black History
31 Children's books to support conversations on race, racism and resistance
Mental Health
National Alliance on Mental Health
American Psychiatry Association
U.S Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) — Mental Health
MindWise — Military and Family Screenings
National Institute on Aging — Health Information
Office on Women’s Health — Mental Health Resources
Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) – Online Resources
Senior Resources
STAY ACTIVE AND HEALTHY IN THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME
Check out these low-impact workouts, recipes and entertainment ideas.
Stay Active
YMCA Older Adult Activity Videos
14 Exercises to Improve Strength & Balance
Boost Memory and Lower Dementia Risk
Why Walking is the Most Underrated Form of Exercise
Try These 8 Equipment-Free Exercises
SilverSneakers – At home or on the go!
Stay active and engaged with virtual classes that can be tailored to your fitness level. Take advantage of these two ways to keep SilverSneakers in your routine.
- Take free on-demand classes and get info on nutrition and fitness challenges on SilverSneaker's YouTube Channel here.
- Find SilverSneakers on Facebook for Live Classes and videos.
- SilverSneakers members download the SilverSneakers GO app. Learn more here.
Lifestyle
Top Picks: Movies to Stream at Home
A Guide to Self Therapy for Seniors
Older Adult Resource Directory - City of Denver
Pharmacies Alter Delivery Options
Grocery stores offering special hours for older adults
In The Kitchen
Free Virtual Tours
Financial/Utility Information, Resources & Tips
Article: “Colorado Workers Affected by COVID-19 Closures Eligible for Assistance”
Article: “Here Are 8 Steps to Take if You Can’t Make Ends Meet Because of the Coronavirus”
Xcel Energy’s Response to COVID-19
Credit Card Issuers Offer Customer Assistance in Response to Coronavirus
Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources o Free Comcast Internet Essentials
Connect with Mile High United Way to Learn About Financial Assistance Options
General Information & News Outlets
CU Anschutz Coronavirus Website
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention Coronavirus Website
Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment Coronavirus Website
Tri-County Health Department Coronavirus Website
City of Aurora Coronavirus Website (Information in 9 Languages)
Aurora Public Schools Coronavirus Website
Arapahoe County Coronavirus Website
Adams County Coronavirus Website
Colorado Restaurant Association Policies & Protocols
Free New York Times Daily Coronavirus Newsletter