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Children and healthy weight

Information for school nurses and GPs

Upbeat Kids Clubs in Calderdale

Targeting young people aged 7 to 17 years who are overweight and their families, the Upbeat Kids programmes will give guidance on how to lead a healthy lifestyle in a fun way.

Our primary aim is to raise awareness so that children who may benefit from this service have the opportunity to attend. Bear in mind that we would very much like to work in partnership to take effective action on this growing public health crisis. There are a variety of ways that we can help promote this free service through your organisation.

Promoting the clubs in Calderdale

The success of these clubs is dependent upon effective partnerships with colleagues. We need your help to raise awareness of this free service available now in Calderdale. If you would like copies of leaflets, posters or brochures to display in your waiting areas, please contact:

• Email:
• upbeat@calderdale.gov.uk
• Telephone:
• 01422 284418

Questions and answers

What happens on a 10 week course?

The programme combines physical activity, education and behaviour modification in a fun and supportive environment.

Typical programme based on a Saturday morning club:

How many young people can attend the programme?

Each club can accommodate 28 children and their families.

What will happen after the 10 week programme?

The clubs will offer further information on activities happening throughout Calderdale. There will be lots of exciting activities and exercise opportunities for young people and families to enjoy, from dance and boxercise to walks in the local countryside.

Who can I refer?

We take self referrals and referrals from health practitioners. To qualify for the Carnegie Upbeat4Kids programme young people have to:

• be aged between 7 to 17 years old
• be overweight
• commit to attending the 10 week course with their parent(s) / carer(s)
• live in Calderdale.

If you are unsure of whether to refer a young person, email upbeat@calderdale.gov.uk or contact us on 01422 284418.

If I know of a young person or family what is the next step to get them on the course?

If you are a health practitioner, you can fill in a referral form with the family and send their details through to us. We will then contact the family and let them know where and when the next course will be taking place.

Referral forms are available on The Link, the NHS Calderdale communication site for practices in Calderdale, or can be downloaded: Upbeat Kids Application Form [PDF file 463KB]|

Paper copies are available from the Child Obesity Officer at Calderdale Council.

The forms need to be completed and returned to:

• Address:
• Upbeat
  Calderdale Council
  Spring Hall Mansion
  Huddersfield Road
  Halifax HX3 0AQ
• Email:
• upbeat@calderdale.gov.uk

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