Provides education and support to children, teens and their families to adopt a healthy lifestyle.
Initial individual needs assessments and feedback conducted at Langley Memorial Hospital. Offers activity sessions and discussions regarding healthy eating, active living, and emotional issues around eating.
Access
Eligibility
- Children and adolescents 6-17 years
- Children/adolescents with a BMI (Body Mass Index) greater than 97th percentile. Children/adolescents with a BMI between 85th and 97th percentile will be considered if certain medical conditions are present.
- Family and children must be willing to participate in the program
Referral
Referral form to be completed by physician or nurse practitioner required.
Language(s) Offered
Fraser Health is currently providing the Shapedown BC program in both English and Punjabi.
Location(s) offering this service
Location
Address
City
Location
Langley Memorial Hospital
22051 Fraser Highway
Langley
Location
Tong Louie Family YMCA
14988 57th Avenue
Surrey