AYCC in Waterville recognizes Military Appreciation Week Nov. 7-13

WATERVILLE — The Boys & Girls Clubs and YMCA of Greater Waterville at the Alfond Youth & Community Center will hold Military Appreciation Week Nov. 7-13.
Members of active-duty military, veterna, and their families may use the AYCC, 126 North St., free of charge throughout the week.
On Wednesday, Nov. 10, the AYCC will welcome the Mobile Vet Center from Lewiston, which will offer its Caregiver Support program, Post 9/11 transition team and assistance with enrolling veterans in the VA Health Care system and accessing benefits.
Since 2008, the Military Outreach Initiative has provided more than 82,000 Y memberships to military members and their families and more than 157,000 children recevied child care through the Respite Child Care program or similar programs. Waterville is escited to add to these numbers by enrolling local service men and women during this week of celebration.
Similarly, through its affiliation with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, AYCC offers an annual voucher of $200 through Mission Youth Outreach for youth of military families to use towards any youth program – swim lessons, karate classes, child care, membership opportunities, etc.