We're excited to be at Celebrate Erdington on 27 & 28 October! Come and say hello to the YMCA Heart of England team and enjoy a great range of free family activities, crafts, music and community fun throughout the event. #erdingtonmarkets #YMCAHeartOfEngland #Erdington

A home is more than four walls. It's the people around you, the support you receive, and the sense of belonging that helps you move forward. Thank you to Eden for sharing her experience and reminding us why community matters. #YMCAHeartOfEngland #Community

This Black History Month, we're celebrating the power of community through the voices of our residents. For Eden, community means connection, support, and belonging. A reminder that sometimes family is the people who stand beside us when we need them most. 💙 #BHM2026

💬 Resident Spotlight: Barack We're proud to support Barack as he works towards his future goals and builds the life he wants. #YMCAHeartOfEngland #ResidentSpotlight #Belonging #YMCACommunity #ChangingLives

We recently welcomed Oscar Charity for Sickle Cell to HWH for an insightful awareness workshop, bringing staff and residents together to learn more about Sickle Cell, challenge misconceptions and explore why greater awareness matters. Read the full story via the link in our bio.

Today, we're celebrating Alexander Miles, an inventor whose improvements to automatic elevator door mechanisms helped make buildings safer. His innovation transformed a common part of everyday life, demonstrating the lasting impact of creativity and forward thinking.

As we continue celebrating the achievements of influential Black figures throughout history, today we recognise Marie Van Brittan Brown. In 1966, Marie developed one of the first home security systems, helping to lay the foundations for the CCTV technology we rely on today.

Today, we're celebrating Garrett Morgan, an inventor whose improved three-position traffic signal helped transform road safety and traffic management around the world. His creativity and innovation demonstrate how one idea can have a lasting impact on millions of lives.

Mental health matters, and every voice deserves to be heard. 💚 This World Mental Health Day, we're supporting this year’s theme:‘Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change’. #WMHD2026

Today, we recognise Dr. Shirley Jackson, whose groundbreaking telecommunications research contributed to technologies that helped pave the way for innovations such as caller ID and call waiting. Her achievements remind us of the vital role Black innovators.

Today, we're celebrating Madam C.J. Walker, a pioneering entrepreneur whose innovation and determination helped shape the modern beauty industry. Her success broke barriers and created opportunities, leaving a legacy that continues to inspire generations of entrepreneurs today.

Spread joy and kindness on World Smile Day! 😊 Be compassionate and lend a helping hand to make someone's day brighter. If you are up for a smile-filled challenge, join us in making a positive difference to others! #YMCA #WorldSmileDay #WSD2026

October marks #BlackHistoryMonth, a time to recognise, celebrate and reflect on the culture, heritage and achievements of Black communities across the UK and beyond. #BHM2026

👕 T-Shirt Designing Session Creativity was in full flow at our latest HAF session! 🎨👕 Young people got the chance to design their own unique t-shirts, expressing their personalities through colour, patterns, and imaginative ideas.

🧺 Connection, laughter, and time together. 💙 Our Youth Team recently hosted an indoor picnic, bringing young people and their families together for an afternoon of fun, conversation, and support.

🍝 Homemade Pasta Session Our young people rolled up their sleeves and got hands-on making their own fresh pasta during a recent HAF session. It was a great opportunity to learn new cooking skills, build confidence in the kitchen, and enjoy some delicious results!

🌱 At the People's Patch, our young people have been developing their gardening and DIY skills by designing and building their very own planter. After filling it with plants, it's now proudly displayed at the entrance for everyone to enjoy.💚

We all have a part to play in creating the best future possible. YMCA Heart of England is committed to creating safe spaces, challenging bias and empowering young people to advocate for themselves and for others. 🌍 #InternationalDayofPeace

Let’s come together this #YMHD2026 to strengthen our support networks and lift each other up. Connection matters—let’s keep the conversation open. 💚 #YMCA #ShareSupport

🌟 Resident Spotlight 🌟 After completing a Teaching Assistant course at Coventry College, one of our residents is building experience through volunteering and continued learning. We're proud to see his determination and commitment to creating a positive future. 💚