The Weight of Words (In Person, Bridgwater)
Schedule
Wed Jul 08 2026 at 12:30 pm to 02:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Sydenham Childrens Centre | Bridgwater, EN
About this Event
A compassionate, whole-family approach to healthier lifestyles for Somerset workforce
A session to support with knowledge and skills in the compassionate approach to weight and how to have compassionate conversations with families around healthier lifestyles.
Who is this for?
We welcome all staff who are working within the health and public sector in Somerset, including NHS staff, GP's, health visitors, teachers, early years practitioners, foster teams, social care and those working in voluntary and community sector organisations.
Core content will include:
- An overview of the compassionate approach to weight and healthier lifestyles
- Understanding the complexities of obesity and overweight
- The impact of weight stigma
- How to have compassionate and trauma-informed conversations around healthier lifestyles
- How to take a whole family approach in supporting changes towards healtheir lifestyles
Our collective aim is to promote compassionate, consistent, and non-judgemental interactions around weight and healthier lifestyle for our Somerset population.
This workshop is hosted by SPLASH (Somerset Paediatric Lifestyle Activity and Skills for Self-help)
Parking
Free on the road parking is available around the venue
Where is it happening?
Sydenham Childrens Centre, Fairfax Road, Bridgwater, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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