Healthy Living for Kids…

School-age children and their parents are invited to sign up for Lake Regional Health System’s Trim Kids program, a practical approach to weight loss and healthy living led by trained health care professionals. This nine-week program is free and will include nutrition, exercise and behavior modification components, such as self-esteem building and stress management. Participants will receive handouts, and incentives will be offered for homework and program completion. At least one parent or legal guardian is required to attend each session with their child. An informational meeting is scheduled 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, for registrants and their parents. The program will be held each Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. beginning Sept. 6 through Nov. 1. Sessions will be held in Lake Regional Hospital’s third floor conference rooms. The registration deadline is Thursday, Aug. 23. To sign up, visit lakeregional.com/events, or call 573-348-8222 for more information.