放課後等デイサービス
発達に課題を抱える小中高校生を対象とし、放課後や学校の長期休業中に、安心できる居場所を提供すると共にソーシャルスキルトレーニングなどの療育プログラムを提供する、児童福祉法に定められたサービスです。療育のためだけでなく、小集団の中で過ごすことによって社会性を育むこと、またご家族のレスパイト（休息、小休止）も目的としています。
YMCA International Charity Runs
Unleash Potential is continuing the decades-long partnership with The National Council of YMCAs of Japan. The YMCA's annual country-wide charity runs - held in 21 locations with more than 14,000 runners - help to fund its Challenged Children programs (and are a lot of fun for participants and fans alike)!
The 2020 events were modified due to COVID-19, but they were still a success! Runners participated virtually and raised more than ¥16,000,000 for Challenged Children programs. Click the link below for information on this year's event schedule.
Image courtesy of the National Council of YMCAs of Japan.
YMCA Seasonal Camps
The National Council of YMCAs of Japan holds several camps throughout the year to inspire growth for all ages. Support and medical personnel are on hand to ensure that children of all ability and need levels are taken care of. Each camp offers opportunities for children to build their self-esteem, enjoy nature, safely participate in physical activities, and of course -- have fun! The annual Friendship Camp, held in Tokyo, also provides space for Challenged Children and non-Challenged Children alike to interact and learn from one another, helping to destigmatize differences.
Learn more about each camp offered here.
Image courtesy of the National Council of YMCAs of Japan.