The Weight of Words (In Person, Frome)

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 parking is available on site but is limited