ASHEVILLE - The YMCA of Western North Carolina announced a strategic partnership with Hopscotch Primary Care to improve the lives of older adults throughout the region. Hopscotch Primary Care is now the presenting sponsor of healthy aging programming at eight YMCAs in Buncombe, Cleveland, McDowell, and Mitchell counties. 

As part of the agreement, Hopscotch healthcare professionals will offer monthly workshops for people ages 65 and older. This demographic, which makes up 20% of North Carolina residents and more than 30% of YMCA members in the region, requires high-quality healthcare tailored to their specific needs, according to Dr. Rath Chau, Chief Medical Officer of Hopscotch Primary Care.

The YMCA offers many classes and programs to help seniors stay active, maintain health, and build social connections. Hopscotch-sponsored programs, including talks with healthcare providers, wellness workshops, and social clubs, begin in June 2024 at participating YMCAs.

About the YMCA of Western North Carolina:
The nonprofit YMCA of Western North Carolina strengthens local communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Founded in 1889, the YMCA of WNC engages more than 100,000 people – regardless of age, income, or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the region’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support the community. It does this through seven YMCAs, dozens of program sites, and YMCA Camp Watia. As the state’s largest provider of licensed school-age child care, it gives more than 1,000 children a day the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. For more information, visit YMCAWNC.org.

About Hopscotch Primary Care:
Hopscotch Primary Care goes above and beyond to make best in-class healthcare simple and accessible for Medicare adults. Hopscotch is transforming healthcare in rural communities through advanced primary care, delivering high-quality, comprehensive care to adults on Medicare. For more information, visit HelloHopscotch.com.

Source: YMCA of WNC