Veterans Service Agency

Introducing Our New Health and Wellness Initiative for 2025! We are excited to announce our partnership with the Saratoga Regional YMCA to offer veteran memberships and a comprehensive health and wellness program for participants of our Peer Connection Program.

Why Focus on Physical Health?

Physical health is a crucial protective factor in suicide prevention. By minimizing risks and enhancing protective factors, we can significantly increase the chances of prevention. Our goal is to prioritize physical health and wellbeing throughout 2025 in a supportive environment that fosters personal growth and goal setting.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a veteran (a DD214 may be required as proof)
  
• Veterans must be a resident of Saratoga County to apply (an ID with address or a piece of mail may be required as proof)
  
• Must be available to use any Saratoga Regional YMCA at least 3 times per month
  
• Agree to at least one monthly meeting scheduled by the Peer Connection Program Coordinator at the Saratoga Springs YMCA

Financial Information:

• Saratoga Regional YMCA will provide veteran membership and health and wellness guidance for the veterans of the Peer Connection Program, with 50% of membership costs for a participating veteran.
  
• Saratoga County Veterans Peer Connection Program will provide 2 structured meetings to discuss progress and accountability, with 25% of membership costs for a participating veteran.
  
• The remaining 25% will be paid by the participating veteran directly to the Saratoga Regional YMCA.
  
• The membership will start once the application has been approved, the financial means have been submitted, and the veteran has been issued their YMCA card. The membership will end on December 31^st, 2025.

Offered Services:

• Saratoga Regional YMCA Membership
  
• Individual Plans
  
• Healthy Start Program & Orientation
  
• 3 Follow Up Appointments w/ Personal Trainer
  
• eGym Access
  
• Sprint 8 Access
  
• Nutrition Seminars

Next Steps:

1. Eligible veterans should complete the Saratoga Regional YMCA Financial Assistance Application and return it to Erin via mail, email, fax, or drop-off.
2. Attend the YMCA meeting with Erin to discuss the program and agree to the conditions.
3. Once approved, you will receive an award letter. Bring this letter, your photo ID, and a billing method to the Saratoga Springs Branch of the YMCA to begin your 6-month approved membership (YMCA card and tag will be issued).

This is a new program, and we appreciate your patience as we work towards its success. We may need to adjust times, meeting spaces, etc. Thank you for your cooperation!

For More Information, contact Erin Cassidy at 518-605-2899.