Central Island Healthy Lifestyles - Shapedown BC - 250-755-7955

...is a program that helps children, adolescents and their families achieve a healthier and happier lifestyle.

The goal of the Central Island Healthy Weights Program: Shapedown BC is to support children (age 6-17) and their families in making realistic and meaningful lifestyle changes that can lead to improved health and enhanced emotional well-being.We do this by taking a multidisiplinary approach to health and well-being that encourages the whole family to adopt healthier eating habits, achieve a more active lifestyle, treat themselves with compassion, and improve how they communicate and support each other.

Program support is provided by our team of social worker, dietitian, fitness specialist, pediatrician, and physician, on a group basis - with families of children at similar age levels - twice a week for a period of approximately 3 months. This is followed by an additional 3 months of support to help families maintain the lifestyle changes that they have started.

Program results can include:

-stabilization of weight as the younger child continues to grow
-gradual, safe weight loss for older children or teens
-improved self-esteem and mood
-healthier diet and exercise for the whole family
-more effective parenting and support by parents
-less conflict and better communication between all family members

For detailed program information, please feel free to visit our website:

http://www.viha.ca/children/CI-healthy-lifestyles.htm

Tags: Clinic,Pediatrics,Nutritionist