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Katie's physical, emotional and mental health improve after weight loss surgery
Katie is a creative 16-year-old who enjoys writing short stories and going to concerts. She's on the yearbook staff at school and spends most Friday nights under the lights capturing photos of her peers at football games and other school functions. As a single-leg amputee, she looks a bit different than her classmates, but if there's one thing that defines Katie, it's her independent spirit and refusal to let life's challenges keep her down.
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Children’s Health℠ Get Up & Go Adolescent Weight Loss Support is a virtual program for teens ages 15-18 years and their families. In this seven-week program, teens meet 60 minutes each week to talk about and explore weight loss techniques. And to help with their success, they’ll get a free 14-week membership to the YMCA.
Empowering adolescents with the tools they need to succeed
Each week, teens set nutrition and activity goals with a registered dietitian and participate in supportive group discussions with a social worker. Teens learn healthier habits through class topics – like mindful eating, planning for success and meal planning – that help in their long-term success. Our goal is to help your teen lose weight – and keep it off for good.
Finding support and understanding together
Weight loss can be an emotional and rewarding experience. Our clinicians answer your teen’s questions and help prepare them for the journey that will lead them to a healthier weight. Teens also have the chance to connect and share their feelings with others who are facing the same challenges.
The seven-week program covers:
Class 1: Orientation
Class 2: Self-monitoring
Class 3: Mindful eating
Class 4: Planning for success
Class 5: Grocery shopping
Class 6: Meal planning
Class 7: Graduation
Start preparing today
The Adolescent Weight Loss Support program is designed for teens 15-18 years old who have a BMI at or above the 120th percentile. Your teen’s primary doctor can help decide if they’re eligible.
Our program aims to help develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle, and we encourage teens who have had bariatric surgery to join us.
Here’s how to enroll in the Adolescent Weight Loss Support program:
Visit your teen’s doctor and ask for a referral
Let your doctor know that they call 214-456-6312 for a referral form.
Join your teen in the program (parent or guardian participation is strongly recommended, but not required)
For more information, please contact Brittany Smith at 214-456-6312 or getupandgo@childrens.com. Space is limited.