Henderson Family YMCA
The YMCA’s Safety Around Water program equips children with essential water safety skills to help prevent drowning and build confidence in and around water. This free, community-centered program encourages kids to explore their natural curiosity while learning how to stay safe—opening the door to a lifetime of fun, healthy, and safe experiences in aquatic environments. Offered at no cost to participants, Safety Around Water is provided in partnership with Vance County area schools, focusing on teaching 2nd grade students vital safety skills that can save lives.
Triangle North Healthcare Foundation and Vance County Area Schools
The goal of the Safety Around Water Program is to prevent childhood drowning by teaching essential water safety skills to 2nd grade students in Vance County schools. Through free, school-based lessons, the program empowers children with the confidence and knowledge to stay safe in and around water—laying the foundation for a lifetime of safe aquatic experiences. As a volunteer, your support directly helps create a safer, more confident generation of swimmers and water-aware children. You can learn more about SAW on our website https://hendersonymca.org/programs/swim/safety-around-water
For more information on volunteering in this program, please contact: Kim Davis | Program Director kimd@henfamymca.org For more information on VolunteerMatters technical support, please contact: Christina Miceli | Volunteer Compliance Lead christinam@henfamymca.org
All safety procedures, emergency protocols, and child protection guidelines will be introduced during volunteer onboarding and reviewed in greater detail during the in-service training led by the Aquatics Director. Completion of all required paperwork, training videos, and attendance at the in-service training are mandatory before volunteering in the program to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all participants.
We understand that unexpected situations may arise. If you need to cancel your volunteer shift or commitment, please notify the program coordinator as soon as possible—preferably at least 24 hours in advance. This allows us to adjust schedules and ensure adequate supervision for the safety of all participants. Repeated cancellations or no-shows without notice may affect your eligibility to continue volunteering in the program. If you have any concerns or need support, please reach out—we’re here to help!
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