MEND - what to expect

MEND 7-13 is a group session forfamilies whose children are aged 7 to 13 years and are above their ideal weight.

The programme comprises of 18 sessions (1-2 hours) spread over nine weeks during school terms. 

The sessions feature an hour of discussion and activity, alternating between changing behaviour and nutrition topics, and then an hour of fun land- or water-based activities. 

The sessions are interactive and fun. Parents/carers attend MEND with their children to ensure that families gain maximum benefit from the programme.

Download a PDF of a week by week outline for MEND 7-13.

MEND 5-7 is our course for parents or carers with children aged between five and seven.

 This course helps families with children who are above the healthy weight range for their age and height to learn how to lead healthier lifestyles.

The programme incorporates ten weekly sessions, each lasting 1 hour 45 minutes, and combines active play, parent discussion groups and family workshops. The sessions take place after school at community venues, schools and leisure centres.

Our active play sessions will give you ideas and tips for games to play with your child, to encourage them to have fun and keep moving.  In addition to helping to improve agility, balance and co-ordination, we also work on building their confidence.

The course will help your family make gradual changes in the food you eat and the exercise you take so you can feel fitter, healthier and happier – for good.

Download a PDF of a week by week outline for MEND 5-7.