Supporting families to live healthier, happier lives

Health, Exercise and Nutrition for the Really Young (HENRY)

Beyond, NHS Cheshire and Merseyside’s Children and Young People’s Transformation Programme, has delivered the Health, Exercise and Nutrition for the Really Young (HENRY) evidence-based family lifestyle programme since 2023. 

Partnering with all nine Cheshire and Merseyside Local Authorities in Phase One and eight in Phase Two, trained practitioners have delivered 42 eight-week programmes and 257 standalone workshops, supporting 1,445 families to build healthier, happier routines. 

Family feedback shows a positive impact, with 94% reporting leading a healthier lifestyle after completing a programme, and 88% feeling more confident addressing the topics explored in their workshop. 

Six Local Authority areas have committed to sustaining HENRY delivery into 2026/27 through local funding, demonstrating strong confidence in its impact.