Programa de control de peso

Focusing on the family 

Change is never easy. That’s why the Weight Management Program gives your entire family helpful resources to assist in the shift toward a healthy lifestyle. We welcome children, parents and siblings to learn about the importance of nutrition and regular physical activity with fun, engaging and interesting lessons.  

Classes focus on the importance of healthy food choices and fun physical activities. Cada semana, las familias establecen objetivos con su líder del programa.

El cronograma de nuestro programa incluye:

• Orientación: Bienvenida y descripción general del programa
• Clase 1: Establecimiento de objetivos de estilo de vida saludables
• Clase 2: Healthy Eating Basics
• Clase 3: Division of Responsibility
• Clase 4: Aspectos básicos de la nutrición
• Clase 5: Bullying Prevention
• Clase 6: Mealtime
• Clase 7: Marketing, Media and Fast Food
• Clase 8: Grocery Store Tour
• Class 9: Graduación y mantenimiento

Clases convenientes en su comunidad

Our long-standing partnership with the YMCA of Dallas brings our Weight Management Program to convenient locations across the region. Esto le permite adaptar las clases al ajetreado horario de su familia y facilita los cambios saludables.

Get started on your family’s journey to healthy habits

A referral from your child’s health care provider is required to participate in our Weight Management Program. The program is for children ages 6-14 who have a high body weight with a BMI over the 85th percentile. Ask your child’s provider to complete a referral form and fax it to 214-456-0194.  Classes are offered in English and Spanish and are offered virtually.