YMCA of the USA Deepens Collaboration with DaVita to Drive Kidney Health Initiatives in Seven Communities

Core Insights - YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is expanding its collaboration with DaVita to enhance chronic disease education and prevention for individuals at risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD) [1][2] - The initiative aims to close the kidney health education gap and empower early risk detection through the Collaborative Community Kidney Health Program (CCKHP) [2][3] Program Overview - The CCKHP will involve seven YMCA locations across the U.S., targeting over 3,000 individuals in the next two years [2][3] - The program includes kidney health education, screenings, and community-based referral resources to support improved health [5] Specific Activities - Kidney Health Education: Tailored resources will be provided to each YMCA location based on community needs [5] - Kidney Health Screening: Screening events will be hosted, with an expansion plan over two years [5] - Community-Based Referral Resources: Each participating YMCA will offer a catalogue of health resources and referrals to existing programs [5] Organizational Background - Y-USA has a long-standing mission of strengthening community health and well-being, serving for over 175 years [6] - DaVita, a leader in kidney care, serves approximately 281,100 patients across 3,166 outpatient dialysis centers as of December 31, 2024 [7]