Impact of Active and Healthy Families

Impact of Active and Healthy Families (Familias Activas y Saludables): A Family-Based Group Medical Appointment Model for Childhood Obesity in Federally Qualified Health Centers

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of the 10-week Active and Healthy Families (AHF) intervention on body mass index (BMI) in Latino youth aged 5-12 years.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Aged 5-12 years
• Body mass index greater than or equal to the 85th percentile for age and sex
• Patients seen at Contra Costa County clinics participating in Active and Healthy Families
• Spanish speaking
• Parent of participant

Exclusion Criteria:

• Previous participation in Active and Healthy Families