For years parents have heard the dangers of childhood obesity but making the necessary lifestyle changes—as a family—remain the biggest barrier to real progress. Therefore, in collaboration with Baystate Health & support from Kohl’s Cares grant, the YMCA of Greater Westfield is offering the MIGHTY program. MIGHTY is Baystate Health’s pediatric weight management program that stands for Moving, Improving and Gaining Health Together at the YMCA. MIGHTY is an evidence-based multi-component pediatric weight-management program aimed at children with a body mass index above the 90th percentile. This free program is a two-hour sessions, twice a month, over a six-month period during which children and their families engage with exercise specialists, nutritionist and social workers in classroom instruction and group exercise sessions. Next session is for children between the ages of 10-12 beginning in January Tuesdays, 4-6PM. To be eligible for the MIGHTY Program, participants must be in the 90th percentile for height & weight, complete a medical clearance forms /Inquiry forms & History Intake forms. Register by December 21. Space is limited. To register, contact YMCA of Greater Westfield, Cindy Agan, Health & Wellness Director, 413-568-8631, [email protected].