Health4Life Programme - Children and Families Health

Description

Health4Life is a free, informative, and supportive local programme developed at Southend-On-Sea City Council and is aimed 5 to 16-year-olds and their families who are 'above a healthy weight range' strive towards a healthier lifestyle. A child being 'above the healthy weight range' is calculated using the Growth Charts and BMI Calculator where a child's weight, height, date of birth (DOB) and gender are all taken into account to get the reading.

Our programme for 5-11 year olds features six sessions aimed at helping families enhance their child's health, wellbeing and self-esteem. Each week, we explore different themes related to healthy lifestyles in a one-hour workshop. We work with both children and adults, providing personalised support and advice to help you take steps toward a healthier lifestyle. Additionally, children can enjoy a fun and engaging physical activity session designed just for them.

Example topics may include:

  • The Eatwell Guide & A Balanced Diet
  • Snacks and Healthier Swaps
  • Portion Sizes
  • Understanding Food Labels
  • Sleep & Screen Time

Health4Life adopts a holistic family lifestyle approach to weight management and is not a 'diet'. Although weight is not our primary focus, we will request height and weight measurements at certain appointments to ensure suitable information is provided.

For families to fully benefit from the programme, a commitment to regular appointments and collective efforts to improve eating and activity habits is essential. We recognise that changing habits can be challenging, but we are here to provide you with all the help and support you need along the way!

Other Services we offer:

  • 1:1 Support
  • Support to local schools through assemblies, drop ins etc
  • Workshops
Telephone
01702 534843
Email address

mseicb-s.health4life@nhs.net

Address

SS2 6ER

Map
Availibility
Available
Date and time

Fussy Eating Workshop

Monday 22nd July 10am to 11:30am at the Civic Centre. Call to book.

Clinic 1:1 appointments

Wednesday 24th July 10am to 4pm at Cambridge Road. Call to book.

Balanced Diet and Healthy Lunchbox Workshop

Monday 12th August 10am to 11am at Prittlewell Priory. No booking is required.

Drop in Q&A around healthy eating, diet and food concerns

Monday 12th August 11am to 1pm at Prittlewell Priory.

Health4Life Summer Programme for 6 to 10 year olds

Tuesday 27th and Wednesday 28th August 9am to 3pm. This is child only.

Health4Life Summer Programme for 11 to 13 year olds

Thursday 29th and Friday 30th August 9am to 3pm. This is child only.

Referral notes
  • Self referral
  • GP
  • Other Health Professional e.g School Nurse
  • School
  • Social Care Professional