Resources for Families and Kids

Nemours Health and Prevention Services (NHPS) is working with primary care providers, child care providers, schools, and community groups throughout Delaware to promote healthy eating and physical activity for children in these settings. Before long, your child may be part of one of our programs. We also want to help you keep your kids healthy in the home by

• Helping parents generate ideas that will encourage healthy eating and physical activity.
• Providing appropriate educational materials for families.

Below are resources and programs developed by NHPS and its community partners to help families live the 5-2-1-Almost None healthy lifestyle.

5-2-1-Almost None Fact Sheets and Guides for Parents

Download our handouts in English and Spanish for parents and kids about the 5-2-1-Almost None formula for a healthy lifestyle. Read More ...

 

Take on the Delaware Trail Challenge

NHPS and Delaware State Parks are working together to increase physical activity opportunities for children and families. We are co-sponsoring the Trail Challenge, which supports the 5-2-1-Almost None healthy lifestyle by providing a fun way for individuals and families to be physically active! To complete the Trail Challenge, hike 15 designated state park trails, measuring almost 40 miles, within 12 months and receive the Golden Boot Award! Read More ...

HealthyQuest – Find Resources in Your Neighborhood Online

Nemours HealthyQuest is an online tool for finding Delaware-based physical activity opportunities and nutrition and weight management services near where children live, learn, and play. You can enter the address of your home, your child’s school or any other place to find nearby resources. Search HealthyQuest here.