Pastors and their immediate families, as well as other who are involved in the ministry, are invited to stay in Brookside Community House or Trinity House, two facilities that are dedicated to the spiritual growth of all who come to stay.

In 2024 alone, the Pastoral Respite Ministry provided stays at no cost to over 900 individuals.

Vacations Made Possible is a program offered by Silver Bay YMCA that provides opportunities for families to experience a vacation at Silver Bay at a cost that fits their budget. Any individual or family is welcome to apply to this program.

Silver Bay YMCA is honored to provide families with the opportunity to reconnect with one another and enjoy a reprieve from the stresses associated with everyday life.

The Vacations Made Possible program was created in 2015 and since has provided a discounted stay to over 100 individuals.

By providing temporary respite to patients and their immediate families at no cost, the Cancer Respite Program gives these individuals the opportunity to bond with their loved ones and enjoy an escape from the anxieties and financial challenges that accompany a battle against cancer.

Since the program began in 2009, over 100 individuals undergoing cancer treatment and their families have stayed through the Cancer Respite Program at no cost, totaling over 300 individuals.

Understanding the unique challenges that members of the military and their families face, Silver Bay YMCA provides temporary respite to US Military personnel and their families at no cost, giving these individuals the chance to reconnect with their loved ones and enjoy a reprieve from the stresses associated with their service and everyday life.

Since the start of the Military R&R Program in 2009, over 200 military families (over 850 individuals) have stayed at Silver Bay at no cost.

Through the Foster and Adoptive Family Retreat, families can enjoy a stay at Silver Bay at no cost for up to one week anytime throughout the year.

Spend quality time with your family, experience the natural beauty and calming effect

of Silver Bay, and go home feeling refreshed, renewed and inspired!

This program first started in 2023.

The First Responders Respite Program is a program of respite for first responders and their families, allowing them to focus on one another and enjoy time together making memories that will last a lifetime.

Eligible participants for this program are active duty or retired (paid or volunteer) firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and EMTs. Partners or immediate family members of a first responder who gave their life in service within the last three years are also eligible to participate in this program.