Somerset Hills YMCA
Saturdays in Motion (SIM) is the longest running recreational program for children with autism in the United States. Autistic children and their families join together at Somerset Hills YMCA on Saturdays for two hours of recreation (from 3 – 5 p.m.). Volunteers lead the program, and carefully guide the children through an hour of gym time and a second hour in the pool. Siblings are welcome. This program is free to the community and runs from the fall to the spring. Seeking teenage volunteers to be paired one-on-one to play with the kids while parents enjoy caregiving respite.
Saturdays in Motion will soon be starting its 33rd year. This is a recreational program for children living on the autistic spectrum and their families. The Program owes its existence primarily to the generosity of the Greater Somerset County YMCA, and takes place at its Somerset Hills branch in Basking Ridge. We spend time in the Y’s pools and gym rooms.
Once you have signed up here on the Volunteer Portal please reach out to the volunteer coordinator, Art Raynes, for details and to understand your assignment. Art Raynes araynes@wmsrlaw.com YMCA Staff Leader - Gabi St.Fleur gstfleur@gscymca.org
In the event of inclement weather, please call the Y (908-766-7898) or Art (201-919-0526) after 10:30 on the morning of the scheduled session to find out whether the Program will be cancelled. You should also be able to check online at www.gscymca.org.
