Start the Family Off With Healthy Lifestyle Habits in the New Year

Strong Kids Strong Teens is a YMCA-based program for overweight (>85th percentile BMI) 8-14 year olds and adult family members developed by Children's Obesity Action Team (COAT) and the YMCA of Greater Seattle. The 4 ½ month program includes physical activity, nutrition education, and motivational coaching to encourage and support healthy lifestyles. A physician referral (DOC 41KB) is required for eligibility. See instructions for providers (DOC 462KB) or pick up a brochure at one of the following locations:

• Strong Kids: 8-11 year olds: Highline, University, Northshore, SE Snohomish County, West Seattle, Mukilteo, Everett, and Monroe YMCAs
• Strong Teens: 12-14 year olds: Auburn and Marysville YMCAs

More programs and locations will begin in Fall 2008. For more information contact Mary Jones, MS, RD or Patty Hencz, RN.