The Bayshore Family Success Center is located at the Henry Hudson Trail Activity Center in Leonardo.  The center is a community-based, family-centered neighborhood gathering place where any community resident can go for family support, information and services.

The purpose of Family Success Centers is to enrich the lives of children and parents by making families and neighborhoods stronger. Families receive support in dealing with the stress of parenting and everyday issues.

The Bayshore Family Success Center is committed to strengthening families and inspiring parent, family and community involvement.

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SERVICES:

> Parenting and Child Development
> Parental Resilience/Life Skills
> Social Connections
> Mental Health Programs
> Employment/Housing
> Concrete Support/Services for Parents
> Continued Support of Superstorm Sandy Victims

HOURS:

Monday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Wednesday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Thursday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

ADDRESS & CONTACT:

The Henry Hudson Trail Activity Center
945 State Highway 36
Leonardo, NJ 07737
732.497.3811
Fax: 732.847.2742
familysuccess@ymcanj.org

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FOCUS AREA:

Support. Parents who have a “go to” list to call for advice or information on a day-to-day basis solve issues quicker and reduce family stress resulting in family harmony.

CALENDAR:

View this month’s calendar. Check out all Y events and stay connected with us through Facebook or text by texting bayshorefa to 81010 for timely updates.

Bayshore Family Success Center Event Calendar

Apr
18
Thu
Reading Circle @ Bayshore Family Success Center
Apr 18 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Reading Circle | Every Thursday starting April 4, 4 p.m.-5 p.m.

Come join the Bayshore Family Success Center in a reading circle with volunteers from Costco in Hazlet. Families can listen to books while enjoying a complementary snack! Pre-registration is required so don’t miss out on the fun. To register call 732.497.3811 or email at familysuccess@ymcanj.org.

 

Apr
19
Fri
Monmouth County Social Services Assistance @ Bayshore Family Success Center
Apr 19 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Every 1st and 3rd Friday, we will have Social Services on site to assist and process applications for TANF, SNAP, GA, and health insurance.

Contact us via phone or email with any questions.

Apr
20
Sat
Tutoring at BFSC @ Bayshore Family Success Center
Apr 20 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Tutoring is every Saturday from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Team up with a high school student and get help with your schoolwork! Tutoring is offered at no charge at the Bayshore Family Success Center 945 Hwy 36, Leonardo.

Tutoring is offered at no charge. Students in grades K-8 are invited to register and will be allowed a maximum of 1 hour. Students are required to bring their own homework, worksheet, or old quiz to work on with the tutor.

Pre-registration is required. You can call us at 732-497-3811 or email familysuccess@ymcanj.org

YMCA Healthy Kids Day® @ YMCA of Greater Monmouth County Locations
Apr 20 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Save the date for YMCA Healthy Kids Day®: April 20, 2024!

Healthy Kids Day® is the Y’s national initiative to improve the health and well-being of kids and families. For over 30 years, YMCAs and their communities hosted free community events aimed to inspire kids and families to keep their minds and bodies active throughout the summer months and beyond.
At Healthy Kids Day, children and families will have the opportunity to learn about the importance of healthy eating, physical activity, mental and emotional well-being, and developing healthy habits. Healthy Kids Day is free and open to the community.

Discover all the Y has to offer and enjoy these benefits during the event: receive a complimentary 1-Week Family Pass when you visit.* Non-members will be entered for a chance to win a FREE 3-Month Family Membership. 

> Family Fitness Classes
> Youth Program Demos
> Mental Health Resources
> Summer Camp & Child Care Info
> Facility Tours & Program Info
> Job Fair
> Visit Healthy Partners
> Arts, Crafts, Snacks & Giveaways

YMCA Healthy Kids Day®
Apr 20 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Save the date for YMCA Healthy Kids Day®: April 20, 2024!

Healthy Kids Day® is the Y’s national initiative to improve the health and well-being of kids and families. For over 30 years, YMCAs and their communities hosted free community events aimed to inspire kids and families to keep their minds and bodies active throughout the summer months and beyond.

FREE & OPEN TO ALL!

At Healthy Kids Day, children and families will have the opportunity to learn about the importance of healthy eating, physical activity, mental and emotional well-being, and developing healthy habits. Healthy Kids Day is free and open to the community.

Discover all the Y has to offer and enjoy these benefits during the event: receive a complimentary 1-Week Family Pass when you visit.* Non-members will be entered for a chance to win a FREE 3-Month Family Membership. 

Family Fitness Classes
> Youth Program Demos
> Mental Health Resources
> Summer Camp & Child Care Info
> Facility Tours & Program Info
Job Fair
> Visit Healthy Partners
> Arts, Crafts, Snacks & Giveaways

Apr
22
Mon
Spring Planting @ Bayshore Family Success Center
Apr 22 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Spring Planting for Earth Day | Monday, April 22, 4 p.m.

Come celebrate Earth Day with us and plant your own vegetable seeds. All supplies are included. To register, contact us at familysuccess@ymcanj.org

Apr
24
Wed
New Parent Presentation (0-6 months) @ Bayshore Family Success Center
Apr 24 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

New Parent Presentation (first 6 months) | Wednesday, April 24, 5:30p.m.-6:30p.m.

Come join us at the Bayshore Family Success Center for a presentation by our new volunteer Maryann. She will be discussing feeding, sleeping, elimination (BM), reflexes, emotions, and parent-child interactions from newborn to 6 months. Snacks and light refreshments will be provided for all participants. You can register by calling us at 732.497.3811 or emailing us at familysuccess@ymcanj.org.

Apr
25
Thu
Reading Circle @ Bayshore Family Success Center
Apr 25 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Reading Circle | Every Thursday starting April 4, 4 p.m.-5 p.m.

Come join the Bayshore Family Success Center in a reading circle with volunteers from Costco in Hazlet. Families can listen to books while enjoying a complementary snack! Pre-registration is required so don’t miss out on the fun. To register call 732.497.3811 or email at familysuccess@ymcanj.org.

 

Apr
26
Fri
Bingo @ Keyport Library
Apr 26 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Bingo Night | Friday, April 26, 4 p.m.- 6 p.m.

Join the Bayshore Family Success Center in a family Bingo Night at the Keyport Library. Dinner and bingo will be provided for all registered participants. To pre-register, call us at 732.497.3811 or email familysuccess@ymcanj.org.

Apr
27
Sat
Tutoring at BFSC @ Bayshore Family Success Center
Apr 27 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Tutoring is every Saturday from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Team up with a high school student and get help with your schoolwork! Tutoring is offered at no charge at the Bayshore Family Success Center 945 Hwy 36, Leonardo.

Tutoring is offered at no charge. Students in grades K-8 are invited to register and will be allowed a maximum of 1 hour. Students are required to bring their own homework, worksheet, or old quiz to work on with the tutor.

Pre-registration is required. You can call us at 732-497-3811 or email familysuccess@ymcanj.org