Healthy Communities Initiatives
Healthy Weight and Your Child
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Healthy Weight and Your Child (HWYC) is an evidence-based program for children with obesity. Evidence shows that child weight-management programs are more effective when the whole family is involved and committed to adopting healthier habits. The curriculum is adapted from the most widely disseminated and extensively evaluated child weight management program in the world.
Along with 8 to 15 families, two trained leaders will create a safe, fun and active environment for children and their families to explore and adopt proven methods to living a healthier lifestyle. This 4-month program includes a mandatory Family Enrollment Session and 25 two hour sessions.
- Sessions 1-20 meet twice a week (10 weeks)
- Sessions 21-25 meet once a week (5 weeks)
WHO QUALIFIES
- Child must be 7-13 years old
- Child must carry excess weight, with a body mass index in the 95th percentile or higher
- Child must receive clearance from a healthcare provider or school nurse to participate in the program
- Parent/Caregiver MUST attend all sessions