3 organizations in Medina partner in health event, bicycle helmet giveaway
MEDINA – Orleans Community Health, in collaboration with Orleans County YMCA and the Medina Area Partnership, has announced a bicycle helmet and health event at the Orleans County YMCA.
The event, from 4 to 6 p.m. July 10, is designed to promote cycling safety and overall health and wellness in the community, said Scott Robinson, director of Marketing, Communication and Outreach at Orleans Community Health.
“We invite all community members, whether or not they already have a helmet, to join us for an afternoon of fun, learning and community engagement,” Robinson said.
Among the highlights of the event are helmet donations, a children’s course, outdoor bike ride and health and wellness information.
Community members are encouraged to donate new or gently used bicycle helmets, by dropping them off at Medina Memorial Hospital, the YMCA or English Rose Tea Shoppe on Main Street until July 10.
A small course will be set up indoors for younger children to practice their cycling skills safely.
Older children and adults can participate in a small bike ride set up outside the YMCA.
Additional health and wellness information will be provided to all attendees, offering insights into maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
“We’re excited about this upcoming event and partnership with other area organizations,” Robinson said. “We collectively want to find ways to provide services to the families in our community, and this is another way to do so. This event is a wonderful opportunity for famil8ies to learn more about cycling safety and health in a fun, interactive environment.”
“Ensuring the safety of our children is a top priority for the YMCA,” said Jesse Cudzilo, executive director oof the GLOW YMCA in Orleans County. “We are thrilled to have the community’s support in this important initiative, and together we can make a difference in the lives of our kids.”
The Orleans County YMCA, Medina Area Partnership and Orleans Community Health are proud to work together to bring this event to the community.
“We believe through collaboration, we can enhance the health and safety of our residents,” Robinson said. “All are welcome to attend, participate and donate. We look forward to see you there.”
