Health & Wellness | Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine

Health & Wellness

Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine teach members to make choices that nurture their overall physical and mental well-being. Active healthy lifestyles are encouraged through team sports, swimming, and nutrition education. We also work hard to ensure that all members prioritize emotional wellness by encouraging mindfulness activities and healthy relationships. Programming varies from Club to Club.

For more information, contact Erin Giwer, Senior Program Director, at egiwer@bgcmaine.org.

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How We Make A Difference

Our members practice wellness, lead healthy lifestyles, and make lasting commitments to fitness.

84,000

Healthy snacks and meals were served to members last year

51%

Of Club teens report engaging in physical activities 5 times a week

Health & Wellness Programs

Healthy Meals & Snacks

Club members are served daily snacks and hot meals while attending the Club. Food programs through Preble Street, Portland Public Schools, Auburn Public Schools, South Portland Food Cupboard, The Locker Project, and Wayside Food Pantry allow BGCSM to ensure that Club members are eating healthy, balanced meals. This is a USDA program, learn more here.

Health Education

Healthy Habits and Triple Play programs teach elementary and middle school members to make choices that nurture their overall physical and mental well-being including adopting healthy eating habits and engaging in physical activity.

Teen Health Education

SMART Moves programs help teens build a foundation for healthy attitudes and lifestyles by equipping them with critical knowledge and skills in areas of physical health and wellness, mental health, self-esteem, and relationships.

Club Sports

Club sports and leagues help develop physical fitness, reduce stress and promote a positive use of leisure time, appreciation for the environment and interpersonal skills. Sign up for our 5th and 6th grade basketball league here.