Kids and Teens Program
Kids and Teens Program is a lifestyle solution for children and their families that empowers them to use basic and easy to understand skills about how to eat and live a healthier life. The team will come to you at your doctor’s office.
How do the programs work?
· The child’s medical provider completes a referral form after performing a physical exam.
· Individual assessments are then scheduled with a registered nurse, registered dietitian, exercise specialist, and wellness counselor.
· The assessments may be done by a travel team in the child’s medical provider’s office or at an offsite center.
· Individual 30 minute sessions may continue with the clinicians or the child may be referred to R-TEAM (Reshaping Through Exercise, Attitude and Meals) for group sessions.
What will the programs provide?
The programs will provide individualized long term goals and a continuing plan to follow upon completion of the program. Information about:
· Basic food groups
· Correct portion size
· Feelings that affect eating
· Healthy restaurant eating
· Meal plans
· Exercise plans
· Setting goals
Download forms to give it to your doctor if you are interested.
R-TEAM
Reshaping Through Exercise, Attitude and Meals
R-TEAM (Reshaping Through Exercise, Attitude and Meals), is a 6-month program held at various sites throughout the area and offering lifestyle education, emotional support, fitness training and exercise classes for children ages 8 and up. A parent or caregiver is required to attend each class with the participant and a referral from your pediatrician or health care provider is necessary for enrollment.
R-TEAM offers:
· A group setting in which the child and parent/ caregiver learn how to make healthy lifestyle choices
· Age-appropriate groupings of children (pre-teens and teens) to maximize learning, interaction and peer support
· Fun, interactive learning experiences centered on choosing healthy snacks, meals and portions.
· Bi-weekly group fitness sessions with a dedicated exercise specialist.
· Discussions on self-esteem and body image
· A dietician-guided supermarket tour to facilitate healthier food selection and preparation techniques
· Support, enthusiasm and hope from experts in the field and peer participants
The R-TEAM program also features individual sessions consisting of:
· One-on-one consultations with a dietitian, exercise consultant, wellness counselor and registered nurse
· Individual planning and goal setting
Children who can benefit from more intensive emotional support have access to the R-TEAM program’s licensed clinical social worker and group sessions. This component of the program provides a safe place for children to discuss their feelings and emotions as they struggle with social, family, school, and peer issues related to being overweight. Family and/or individual therapy sessions are also available upon request.
The R-TEAM currently accepts all insurances, although fees specific to your insurance carrier may apply.
For more information on R-TEAM, please call 866-648-3265.