EDITOR’S NOTE: The Greenbush YMCA has moved its childcare location to Howard L. Goff Middle School starting Monday, March 30. Childcare will be provided for free to any East Greenbush Central School District student whose parents are considered “essential” workers, as determined by New York State. More information.
During these unprecedented times, the Capital District YMCA is responding to the critical need for childcare services for emergency personnel while schools are closed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Effective Monday, March 23, beginning at 7 a.m., the Capital District YMCA, including the Greenbush YMCA, will provide childcare for emergency personnel who do not have the option to work from home, as defined by The New York State Education Department.
Emergency health care professionals include licensed health professionals such as physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, registered nurses, LPNs, nurse assistants or laboratory personnel and direct support professionals. Additionally, the YMCA is also providing this service to first responders, including paramedics, emergency medical technicians, police officers and firefighters.
“We want to make sure medical professionals in our community don’t have to worry that their children are in a safe place, as they care for a growing number of our loved ones during this difficult time,” said Capital District YMCA President David Brown. “Additionally, for emergency personnel who need childcare and are already facing financial hardships, we are offering financial assistance.”
Online registration can be found at: www.CDYMCA.org/EmergencyChildcare
Emergency personnel needing care are also welcome to call the Capital District YMCA at 518-869-3500.