Giving Back Magazine April 2019 | Page 78

Community San Ysidro Health Yoga by the Bay F or 50 years San Ysidro Health has been providing high-quality, compassionate and affordable health care services for the entire family. The organization strives to be an accessible resource for the communities it serves beyond the doctor’s office through various programs, educational classes and other indispensable resources to help patients achieve positive health outcomes and thrive in their communities. San Ysidro Health’s Yoga by the Bay taking place on Saturday, May 11 at 7 a.m. at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, is one opportunity for anyone who wants to try a new form of exercise, all while making a positive impact in the community. Exercise has been proven to help with both physical and mental health and aid in the prevention of many chronic diseases. The benefits of yoga are endless and include improving flexibility, reducing stress and enhancing overall cardiovascular health. This Mother’s Day weekend event aims to pay homage to the organization’s founding mothers; who exactly 50 years ago were in search of medical services for the well- being of their children and families, thus establishing San Ysidro Health. Save the dates for San Ysidro Along with the yoga session led Health’s upcoming events: by Vedic master and mind-body The Grand Fiesta Gala: expert Rakel Muñoz, participants Saturday, August 17, 2019 will enjoy music, prizes and sample local food and beverage products. Clásico de Golf Tournament: Monday, September 23, 2019 The yoga fundraiser is part of San Ysidro Health’s 50th Anniversary year-long celebrations. Sign-up for San Ysidro Health’s Yoga by the Bay at give.syhealth.org/yoga2019. Rakel Munoz 78 GBSAN.COM | APRIL 2019 All proceeds raised benefit San Ysidro Health’s mission to provide essential health services to nearly 97,000 patients across San Diego County. For complete details, please visit www.syhealth.org or call 619-205-6326.