AFFILIATES:
Health
The goal of SECOM’s Health division is to help our families avoid catastrophic health issues through healthy lifestyles and early detection of health issues. The high cost of health care leaves many of the individuals SECOM serves vulnerable to medical bills well beyond their resources.
YMCA Healthy Living Initiative:
Health Happens Here
As one of the YMCA's Healthy Hubs, SECOM is able to provide opportunities for the families in our neighborhood to improve their health through a variety of activities.
- Nutrition Education
Cooking & nutrition classes
Combined Nutrition and Physical Education
- Veggie Mobile
Fresh produce sold on site weekly
Bridge card accepted
Health Educator onsite to provide education
- Organized Physical Activity
Group exercise - zumba, yoga
Sports - kick boxing, martial arts, karate
Health Screening
In connection with pantry service days:
In partnership with Calvin College's Medical Programs, student nurses offer screenings at SECOM every Tuesday morning (during the school term except for holidays and exam week). Student nurses check blood pressure and blood glucose levels and recommend follow up with a doctor where appropriate. Scales are available for those who would like to check their weight.