Obesity levels in children across the island of Ireland are rising at an alarming rate. It is estimated that adult obesity is responsible for up to 6% of health care expenditure across the European Union. This project will adopt a community focused, multi-faceted approach to preventing and tackling obesity within families and young children. There are two elements to the project: -
- 'Healthy Lifestyles' - A prevention project delivered to families and indviduals encountering weight problems
- 'Making a Difference' - A follow up 6 month programme delivered to overweight/obese children and their families