Family health trainers
Family health trainers support families who have concerns about their children’s weight and want to make lifestyle changes.
The family and the family health trainer agree a plan on how to make changes, and give support to enable these changes. Trainers do not provide clinical advice on weight loss for children.
Who can use the service
Any family who are concerned about their child’s excess weight and would like support.
How to use the service
Contact Birmingham’s Nutrition and Dietetics team at:
St Patrick’s Centre
Frank Street
Highgate
Birmingham
B12 0YA
Tel: 0121 464 1021
Web: www.dietetics.bham.nhs.uk
You can also refer to any of the children’s weight management services through the Nutrition and Dietetics team.
Head of service
Joint Heads of Service:
Sarah Monk & Lindsey Sandler
Where we provide the service
Family health trainers will see people in their homes or at community venues convenient to families.
When we provide the service
The service is available Monday to Thursday.
Comments and complaints
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- Contact our Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) for advice on NHS services
- Contact our Complaints team if you feel strongly about a particular issue
