Healthy Children and Families
National Child Measurement Programme
The Government have announced a new national ambition: to achieve a sustained downward trend in the level of excess weight in children by 2020. Read on...
Change4Life in Derbyshire
Health is of paramount importance to most people. We all want to maintain a quality of life that allows us to enjoy living. However, we need to be aware of the personal and societal issues that combine to determine our health.
Lifestyles have changed significantly in a number of ways during the last few decades. Society has become more sedentary, leading to decreased physical activity levels. Increased television viewing, games consoles, computer use and the internet have all become popular forms of leisure time. Nutrition intake has changed to include increased consumption of convenience and fast foods, which contain higher levels of saturated fat, salt and sugar.
All of these lifestyle factors contribute to obesity and ill health and can lead to cardiovascular disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, increased likelihood of different cancers, diabetes, asthma and ultimately, decreased lifespan.
Through the provision of information, programmes and support, NHS Derbyshire County is committed to ensuring that the children of Derbyshire and their families have equal opportunities to live healthy lives.
Change4Life Help your family to eat well, move more, live longer.
Children's Centres in Derbyshire There are now 42 Children's Centres in Derbyshire. These services are aimed particularly at children aged underfive years and their families. Find your nearest Children's Centre, what they offer families and how to contact them.
Healthy Children 1-5
A healthy start for children between the ages of 1 and 5 is essential in their physical, emotional and psychological development. The nutrition intake and activity levels reinforced in this learning phase guide the way for future health. The links below provide information and advice to support you and your child.
Child Health 1-5 Information for parents of children under five.
Children's Centres in Derbyshire There are now 42 Children's Centres in Derbyshire. These services are aimed particularly at children aged under five years and their families. Find your nearest Children's Centre, what they offer families and how to contact them.
Derbyshire County Council Catering Information about school meals in Derbyshire.
My School Lunch Derbyshire Information for parents and teachers about school lunches. A section for children and games to play. Check out what your children are eating for lunch today!
School Food Trust A host of information - find out how any changes to school meals will affect you.
Children and Young People’s Health Promotion Service provide information and support for those working with children and young people aged 0-19 in Derbyshire to help improve health and wellbeing outcomes.
HENRY Health, Exercise, Nutrition for the Really Young. HENRY courses for parents are available in Derbyshire, please contact your nearest Children’s Centre for local information
Healthy Start With Healthy Start, you can get free vouchers every week which you swap for milk, fresh fruit, fresh vegetables etc... You can also get free vitamins, contact your local Children’s Centre or Health Centre. Visit the site for more information.
National Child Measurement Programme As part of the National Child Measurement Programme children are weighed and measured at school. The information is usedby the NHS to plan and provide better health services for children.
Play England Aims to provide regular access and opportunity for free, inclusive, local play provision and play space.
National Child Measurement Programme As part of the National Child Measurement Programme children are weighed and measured at school. The information is used by the NHS to plan and provide better health services for children.
Healthy Children 6-11
Children between the ages of 6 and 11 become more independent and opinionated in their choices and may require guidance to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The links below provide information and advice to support you and your child.
Child Health 6-15 Information for parents for children aged 6 -15.
Children and Young People’s Health Promotion Service provide information and support for those working with children and young people aged 0-19 in Derbyshire to help improve health and wellbeing outcomes.
MEND Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do It! Visit the web site to sign up to your nearest programme.
Children's Centres in Derbyshire There are now 42 Children's Centres in Derbyshire. These services are aimed particularly at children aged under five years and their families. Find your nearest Children's Centre, what they offer families and how to contact them.
Derbyshire County Council Catering Information about school meals in Derbyshire.
My School Lunch Derbyshire Information for parents and teachers about school lunches. A section for children and games to play. Check out what your children are eating for lunch today!
School Food Trust A host of information - Find out how any changes to school meals will affect you.
Healthy Schools Derbyshire Support to school communities throughout Derbyshire, and partner organisations to help them promote healthier living and learning.
National Child Measurement Programme As part of the National Child Measurement Programme children are weighed and measured at school. The information is usedby the NHS to plan and provide better health services for children.
Play England Aims to provide regular access and opportunity for free, inclusive, local play provision and play space.
Healthy Young People 12-19
The transition into puberty, adulthood and independence can be a difficult period for young people, therefore it is important that they retain a healthy diet and remain physically active in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The links below provide information and advice to support you and your child/young person.
Children and Young People’s Health Promotion Service provide information and support for those working with children and young people aged 0-19 in Derbyshire to help improve health and wellbeing outcomes
Child Health 6-15 Information for parents of children aged 6-15.
Teen Health for boys Health information for teenage boys.
Teen Health for girls Health information for teenage girls.
MEND Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do It! - Visit the web site to sign up to your nearest programme.
Derbyshire County Council Catering Information about school meals in Derbyshire.
My School Lunch Derbyshire Information for parents and teachers about school lunches. A section for children and games to play. Check out what your children are eating for lunch today!
School Food Trust A host of information - find out how any changes to school meals will affect you.
Healthy Schools Derbyshire Support to school communities throughout Derbyshire, and partner organisations to help them promote healthier living and learning.
Connexions Information and advice for young people.
Connexions Centres in Derbyshire Find your nearest Connexions Centre and how to contact them.
Healthy Family
Families hold great influence on the decision-making and choices that children and young people make in relation to a healthy lifestyle. Familial reinforcement of healthy options is vital to ensure that everyone has the best chance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle throughout their life. The links below provide information and advice to support you and your family.
Healthy Start With Healthy Start, you can get free vouchers every week which you swap for milk, fresh fruit, fresh vegetables etc... You can also get free vitamins. Visit the site for more information.
Live Well Health NHS Choices - healthy living for everyone.
Change4Life Help your family to eat well, move more, live longer.
Active Derbyshire Get active in 2012.
Derbyshire Sport Making sport part of everyday life.
Derbyshire County Council Catering Information about school meals in Derbyshire.
5 A DAY Find out why is 5 A DAY important, and how can you get your five portions of fruit and veg.
Soil Association Information about organic food.
Family Information Directory - Derbyshire Search for family services in your area.