What we offer

MEND provides programmes, services and resources to help children and families learn how to improve their health, fitness and the way they feel about their bodies.

All of these elements help families manage their weight better and lead healthier lives, contributing to national and international efforts to prevent and treat overweight and obesity in children.

We currently offer three different programmes which families can join: the MEND 7-13   for overweight children aged 7-13 and the MEND 5-7 for children aged 5-7, both of which involve parents or carers. We also offer MEND 2-4, an early years’ healthy lifestyle programme for 2-4 year olds and their families, whatever the child's weight.

We also run training days for professionals who interact with children, our One Day Childhood Obesity Seminar

Educational resources for use in primary schools

A free physical activity classroom resource named Move It! was made available to Key Stage 2 pupils in March 2009. The inspiring Move It! resource packs are  available to download on the campaign’s website www.mendmoveit.org

Coming soon

We will soon be offering more services, which will be available in the coming months. These include programmes for expectant mothers.

We are also adapting our services for different countries and cultures so that more people can benefit from them.