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Exploring Senior Care Options
2026 Scheduled Dates: July 9, November 12
10:00-11:00 am
Fond du Lac Family YMCA
Join Megan Bokath, Senior Care Advisor, CarePatrol, for an open Q&A session.
Megan is passionate about helping seniors and their families navigate home care, assisted living, memory care, and independent living. She’ll answer your questions about costs, availability, and other resources, easing concerns and guiding you toward safe, happy, and fulfilling living solutions.
No set agenda. You bring the questions, she brings the expertise.
urban pole walking
2026 Dates: June 18, September 24, October 22, November 12 & December 10
10:30-11:30 am
WORKSHOP PRESENTER:Andrea Van Dyn Hoven, Director of Business Development for Morton Safety and Morton LTC
Discover the benefits of this fun, low-impact workout!
Led by certified Activator Pole Trainer Andrea Van Dyn Hoven, this class draws on years of experience working with individuals in both seated and standing formats. You’ll focus on strength, mobility, and dynamic balance using poles in a safe, supportive environment.
All ages and fitness levels are welcome. Please bring your poles to class if you have them.
RETURNING TO WORK WHILE BREASTFEEDING
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
11:00am-1:00pm
Presenter: Laurice Snyder, Certified Birth Doula
Fond du Lac Family YMCA
This supportive seminar is designed for pregnant and postpartum people, and their partners or support people, who want to feel more prepared for the emotional and practical realities of returning to work while breastfeeding.
The session focuses on real-life experiences, including common feelings about separation, identity shifts, and balancing work and family life. Participants will learn practical skills such as creating a pumping schedule, storing and transporting milk, coordinating with caregivers, and communicating needs with employers.
The class offers realistic expectations, encouragement, and tools to build a plan that supports both emotional well-being and daily logistics to help families feel confident and supported as they navigate this important transition.
medical emergencies: what you need to know
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
12:30-1:30pm
Presenter: Vicki Goeden Hoch, RN, SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Fond du Lac Family YMCA
Learn how to be prepared for a medical emergency. Join Vicki Goeden Hoch, RN, as she discusses common signs and symptoms of an emergency, when to call an ambulance, how to create a household emergency kit, what essential information to keep handy, and much more.