NAP SACC: Implementation of an Obesity Prevention Intervention in an American Indian Head Start Program

ABSTRACT

Low-income American Indian preschoolers are at greatest risk for overweight and obesity among children aged 2–5 years. The Nutrition and Physical Activity Self-Assessment for Child Care (NAP SACC) program is an evidence-based intervention that promotes healthy weight development for children enrolled in child care centers. The goal of this continuous quality improvement program is for the child care staff to establish environmental policies and practices that positively influence nutrition and physical activity-related behaviors. A community needs assessment of a Head Start program on an American Indian reservation identified obesity as a priority issue. This project implemented NAP SACC at 15 Head Start sites on the reservation.