In Episode 16 of the Community Rec Magazine Podcast, Jessica Hendrix, the vice president of operations at the YMCA of Western North Carolina, details how her organization has rebounded from the devastation left behind by Hurricane Helene in late 2024 and how her Y is serving in times of hardship. Specifically, she details how the Black Mountain YMCA branch recently reopened this winter after being closed due to extensive damaged from the hurricane. Hendrix also shares how the community in Asheville, North Carolina, was able to pull together to overcome the tragedy, and what the YMCA did to help its members. Finally, Hendrix provides crucial advice for industry leaders on to handle community tragedies and how recreation centers can be beacons of hope. Enjoy!