It’s the biggest free fitness program in the nation, offering unfettered access to gyms and health clubs to millions of seniors.

The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh, citing financial strains and changing reimbursement rates, will no longer participate after Jan. 1, 2019, leaving seniors to look elsewhere.
Most gyms and health clubs in our region continue to honor the program; and while United Healthcare is dropping Silver Sneakers in some states, Highmark is still providing the benefit.

UPMC insurance is actually transitioning from its current Silver and Fit program into Silver Sneakers.

As of now, the Beaver County YMCA is still accepting Silver Sneakers, but it is no longer available at the Sewickley location