health

Women's Health Program
Breast health education and screening referral
Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women. The best way to beat breast cancer is with early detection through breast self-exams, clinical breast exams and mammograms. We partner with the Oregon Breast & Cervical Cancer Program, to offer no cost women’s health checks including a clinical breast exam, pap test/pelvic exam and mammogram to women that qualify. We also provide breast health education and participate in numerous community awareness events throughout the year.

Breast Cancer Support Group
Meets at the YWCA the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Wigs, breast prosthetics, hats and scarves have been donated to our program and are available at no cost to women undergoing cancer treatment. Healthy Kids

racial justice

Cultural Awareness, Human Rights, Racial Justice
The community of Salem is home to people of diverse ethnic and cultural heritages, religious beliefs, races, physical abilities, languages, ages and sexual orientations. We can work together to make Salem a safe place for all of us.

housing & shelter

Salem Outreach Shelter
A transitional housing program for homeless families in Marion and Polk Counties. Ten families reside at the shelter at one time for an average of three months. During this time families must strive for a successful future with permanent housing, stable income, and a resource base to obtain long-term stability.

family programs

Da Vinci Girls
An after school program for girls in 3rd-5th grades that explores areas of science, math, and technology. The YWCA Salem is partnered with A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village to offer exciting curricula.

Family Programs
Cope Seminar- Helping Children Cope with Divorce or Separation. This is a court-mandated class for divorcing or separating parents in Marion County. The focus is to help parents guide their children through the divorce process in positive ways.
Rollercoasters- A fun program for children whose parents have divorced or separated. Children learn about divorce and separation through games and activities. Register online!