YWCA of Central Maine Review

My name is Linda Cobb and I hope my story can help at least one person affected by breast cancer, neuropathy, and diabetics.
In 2007 I had a double mastectomy, transflap reconstruction and lymph node removal. From the chemo I have several long term illnesses. The major one being diabeties. I was told in January that my levels were at 7.9 and I would have to go on insulin and lose weight. I was 237 pounds. I was having trouble exercising because of the neuropathy in my feet and hands. I was determined however, that I was not going to stick a needle in myself everyday! My nurse practitioner, Diane Payne referred my name to Androscoggin Home Health. AHM helped me with diet information and referred me to Linda Sherman at the Y.M.C.A. That was one of the greatest days of my life! I was offered a scholarship to attend water aerobics and the ability to exercise at several different times throughout the day to meet scheduling demands. Not only did the water aerobics help but the socialization did wonders for me also. I am now 207 pounds and my sugar levels are at 6.4. I am a diet controlled diabetic now! I can never thank the Y.W.C.A enough for helping me through this recovery journey. Your organization will always be in my thankful prayers!

I learn'd to swim here! I remember when I was scared of the water.

My son takes swim lessons here. The instructors are great, the pool is nice, and the facilities are clean.

My granddaughter 2 year old She likes swimming lessons really a good place

Only pool to go to in L/A. Saturday swimming lessons for 2-3 year olds with Judy are excellent, though I recommend skipping certain seasons based on your child's ability and your own busy times.

We were able to rent the pool to practice kayak tips. We had 11 clean boats in the water practicing safety techniques.

This place is great for families or even single adults. Great pool with view for family to watch the activities.

My daughter loves coming here for swimming. Everyone is always friendly and helpful

The aquatics facility is lovely, however one should keep in mind that the lockers are not secure. Best to keep your valuables in the car.

Great place lots of activities to get involved in as well as swim lessons. The instructors are kind and & patient. My son & I have made many friends over the years with our swim buddies.

Watched a swim meet here. Nice facility. With seating options both in and out of the pool area.

I can't recommend the preschool. My grandson went there and it wasn't what we expected. They forced my daughter to pay two weeks extra when he switched. Not what I would consider "empowering women".

No, I must disagree with a previous review that said the facilities are clean, the facilities aren t clean at all. I guess people have different standards of clean but I would not call dirt and hair all over the floor clean facilities . I would not walk barefoot in here.. if you must use this place (because there s not much available for open pools) use swim shoes. The pool was pretty cold and the back door was kept open as they brought diving gear inside, so the 1 hour of family swim time that would cost $18 without a membership or $12 with a membership$ (pricey for the condition, health clubs are more reasonable for the year and much more comfort - clean and warm) left a lot to be desired. For a nonprofit, that is nationwide and recieves ample funding, I m very surprised how run down this place is..

Not taking my family to a place to pushes far left ideology

Very, very dirty locker rooms. We got a pass and came back to try it out before spending $ on cards, memberships etc. There was no pool rules published so we found out when we used the pass that we all had to take our street shoes off, even my wife that didn t get in the pool. She was so disgusted at having to walk on the filthy locker room floor without swim shoes it pretty much ruined the mood. Not sure what the point of rinsing off under a shower really does when bacteria is obviously passed all over the floor. Swimming was ok but the lack of sanitization was very disappointing

Love the place! Great place to go to cool down, have fun and relax. One of the best places, if not the best places in Lewiston.

Just yesterday I found out that the Y has continued to bill us for before school care even though school has been canceled. Like how freaking dishonest can you get?!!