WATCH: Overcoming Grief by Stretching Into New Experiences

During the past year, Dell found solace, community, and inspiration at the Lakewood Family YMCA. After the devastating loss of his wife in April 2023, Dell felt there was nowhere to turn. He had just lost his best friend and was isolating himself in grief. Dell explained, "Towards the end of the summer, I started looking for a gym for something to do because I was basically homebound. The only time I'd go out would be to get groceries." Dell came to the YMCA and found out that his health coverage paid for a membership through the Renew Active fitness program.  

"If you're older, by yourself, you can make friendships. They've always got somebody that will help you out."