Kids & Families HAPPY CLUB The Happy Club is a YMCA of Metro Atlanta program that provides teens and adults with developmental disabilities the opportunity to further develop their social and community skills. Eligibility: • Participants must complete all Happy Club Application (YMCA) forms before participation. • Participants must be 18 years or older. Younger participation may be allowed at the coordinator’s discretion if he/she has appropriate social skills for group interaction.
TEEN CENTER Located on the main level, the teen center is a safe, fun place to hang out for ages 13-18. Daily activities include: board games, homework center, art, music station, lending library, teen conversations and more.
TEEN LEADERSHIP Join the Y Teen Leaders Club The Y Teen Leaders Club is a program that brings teens together to develop group leadership skills, as well as allowing individuals to grow by building a healthy spirit, mind, and body. Teens meet on a regular basis, and are able to participate in volunteer activities year round. Retreats: Each semester teens are invited to join us for either our middle school or high school retreat. Retreat activities include team building, hiking, guest speakers and much more. Active teens are also invited to apply for our association's international mission trips. Check out our Teen Board for the most updated information. QUESTIONS? karenp@ymcaatlanta.org
• No person shall be excluded on any of the prohibited bases: race, sex, religion or origin. • Participants must be mildly mentally handicapped. Participants must be able to communicate their needs (verbally or non-verbally), feed themselves and use the bathroom themselves. • Participants must not be aggressive or violent. • Participants must observe and abide by the Happy Club rules—based on the YMCA Character Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. The Happy Club meets every 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month. Activities include: arts & crafts, health & wellness, field trips, social gatherings and community involvment projects. MEM: FREE PRO: $40 QUESTIONS? ebonya@ ymcaatlanta.org