Healthy Weight and Your Child focuses on healthy eating, regular physical activity and behavior change to empower children to live a healthier and active lifestyle. Families will work with trained Leaders for the duration of the 25-session program.
Why Family Based?
·Evidence shows that child weight-management programs are more effective when the whole family is involved and committed to adopting healthier habits.
To Qualify, a Child Must:
·Be 7-13 years old
·Carry excess weight (Body mass index of the 95th percentile or higher)
·Receive clearance from a provider to participate in physical activity
·Have an adult attend ALL sessions with them
Session Information
New session beginning soon!
Contact:
To learn more about the Healthy Weight & Your Child, please contact Brandon Whipple at 570-828-3116 or bwhipple@greaterscrantonymca.org.
