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Tier 1/2 CYP Weight Management Services - (DRAFT)

Checked: 01-07-2024 by Jenny Henry Next Review: 30-06-2026

Overview

Tier 1 and 2 weight management services across BNSSG are commissioned by local councils and funding for these is often limited. As a result, options available vary across the region and local pathways are subject to change and may have restricted places

Generally, children should have received Tier 1 or Tier 2 support prior to a referral for Tier 3 and 4 services, although there may be exceptions. If a child has specific needs, and criteria are met, then the Care of Childhood Obesity (COCO) clinic at the Bristol Children's Hospital may be an option for some children and offers Tier 3/4 services.

More general advice and support can be found in the national resources and information section below.

Local Tier 1 & 2 services

Full details for local CYP services can be found on the following pages:

Tier 1/2 CYP Weight Management Services - Bristol (DRAFT)

Tier 1/2 CYP Weight Management Services - North Somerset (DRAFT)

Tier 1/2 CYP Weight Management Services - South Glos (DRAFT)

Healthy Start

The Healthy Start scheme provides assistance to families who are receiving qualifying benefits and are pregnant or have parental responsibility for at least one child under the age of 4. The scheme offers pre-loaded chip and pin cards to purchase healthy food and milk, along with access to free vitamins.

Families can apply as follows:

Online form, phone 0300 330 7010 or email. No printer or signatures needed.

Online access and application assistance now available in NSC libraries.

Applicants will need a National Insurance number and all details must match those on other benefit awards (current address, children’s names)

If parent is not a British citizen (no access to public funds), they can only apply if they have a child who is a British Citizen under 4yrs. If so, apply by this email https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/62063c6b8fa8f5109d2d6d53/physical-activity-for-children-and-young-people-5-to-18-years.pdf

National resources and information

Children’s Healthy Weight- advice for parents of healthy weight children.
Change for Life- tips for parents and children on how to eat well and move more.
Advice for parents of overweight children - NHS - Tips to help your child reach a healthier weight
BMI Healthy Weight Calculator - Calculate body mass index (BMI) for children and teenagers
Physical activity for early years: birth to 5 years - Infographic
Physical activity for children and young people: 5 to 18 years – Infographic

Useful links

Health Visiting - for children under 5, Health Visitors will have information to support parents.

School Nurse Service - for school aged children, school nurses can be accessed via the school, or children or parents can self-refer.

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