The Social Centers is the community's largest provider of quality, center-based child care and support services. Our four Early Learning Centers provide year round childcare to children ages 2 months to 6 years. These centers are licensed by the Dept. of Early Education and Care (EEC) and accredited by the National Association of Educators of Young Children (NAEYC). The Centers provide transportation and nutritional meals for all of the children in our programs and work to develop the children's social, emotional, cognitive and self-help skills. The School Age Childcare program provides affordable after-school care to children ages 5 to 14 during the school year, including full time during school vacations. During July & August Summer Playschool serves children ages 5-14 for full days. The summer program provides a safe, educational environment for children.
The YMCA of Melrose is a nonprofit organization that offers community-based programs and services for youths and teenagers. It provides programs related to skills development, building relationships, shaping values and serving the community. The organization offers health and fitness, child care and financial assistance services for individuals and families. It organizes a variety of leisure activities, such as summer camps, water games, drama, sports, arts and crafts and swimming. It also offers sports programs that include basketball, volleyball and baseball for adults, youths and families. The YMCA of Melrose operates a fitness center that includes yoga, aerobics and dance classes. It is located in Melrose, Mass.
Established in 1858, the YMCA of Melrose is a nonprofit organization that administers various programs and services for the welfare of the community. The organization conducts aerobic, swimming and personal fitness training classes. It operates the Common Ground Teen Center, which maintains facilities for activities, such as basketball, dodgeball, billiards, and arcade and board games. The YMCA of Melrose also offers belly and social dancing, fencing, yoga, Tai Chi, gymnastic, self-defense and Pilates classes. The organization manages child care centers that serve children up to the age of 5. In addition, it provides muscular therapy, orthopedic and sports massage services. The organization is a part of the YMCA of the USA.
