"I will be forever grateful for the LiveSTRONG program at the Farmington Valley Y. It is there that I found my old self again, after a cancer diagnosis. Working together with very kind, caring, and professional trainers, our group achieved personal fitness and health related goals. The customized exercise catered to post treatment with supportive encouragement. We became close, made lasting friendships and continue to participate in the Y community, which encourages each of us each day. Thank you for this new beginning."

- Nancy Roberts

In September 2018, the LiveSTRONG program was available to me at the perfect time during my "Road to the Cure". In August 2018, I had started radiation for breast cancer (after undergoing chemotherapy and recovering from a double mastectomy). In mid-September I joined the LiveSTRONG program. I am grateful for 5 things. First, it was a good distraction from my treatment - a place to go with caring folks all around. Second, it was good to learn all about the opportunities available at the Y for healthy recovery. Third, the LiveSTRONG staff were so friendly, positive and fun! Fourth, I started this program on the "angry" side of life. By the time the program wrapped up, a lot of that anger had dissipated. Fifth, and most important to me, I met wonderful people who had stood in my shoes - I'm so grateful for the new friendships which wouldn't have come my way if I hadn't joined the LiveSTRONG program. I see these people at the Y and hope to see them for a long time ahead. Thank you to all!

- Polly Rice

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Bike for the Battle 2020 Supporting Livestrong at the YMCA

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Bike for the Battle 2020 Supporting Livestrong at the YMCA