Children's Hospital & Medical Center - Preventing Childhood Obesity

What is it?

Children’s Hospital & Medical Center implements proactive solutions to the childhood obesity epidemic, ranging from education in the classroom to multidisciplinary clinical intervention. Children’s annually awards $250,000 in grants to community non-profit partners to support programs that improve the health of children. The Healthy Kohl’s Kids initiative champions healthy eating and fitness through school and community events, an interactive website and extensive advertising. Online health education resources HealthTeacher and GoNoodle are available to area teachers and parents, thanks to a Children’s sponsorship. Free cooking and nutrition classes for families are held at the hospital, led by professional chefs and dietitians.

Who is it for?

Children and families in the greater Omaha metro area.

Why do they do it?

According to a health assessment, a majority of metropolitan Omaha parents identified childhood obesity as the top health issue facing families.

Impact

Through a wide range of initiatives and collaborations, Children’s program has moved thousands of children toward a healthier lifestyle.

Contact: Celia Ferrel
Marketing Manager
Telephone: 402-955-6955
Email: cferrel@childrensomaha.org