There has never been a better time to think about optimising your weight. Being overweight is linked to an increased risk of suffering with heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, joint pain, back pain, and even suffering death from COVID-19 infection. And we know loosing weight can improve self-esteem and improve our mood.
And we are here to help. There is some really good services available. The NHS app below allows you to start a 12 week programme straight away, with one simple download on your mobile device. Alternatively you can self-refer to the Fitter Futures Slimming World Programme, if you meet the criteria.
NHS WEIGHT LOSS PLAN App
This app takes you through a 12 week plan which will help you set weight loss goals, plan your meals, make healthier food choices, get more active, and record your progress.
It’s free and convenient so why not give it a try?
Adult Weight Management – Slimming World
Fitter Futures, delivered by Everyone Health, offers Adult Weight Management referrals to Slimming World.
Staying at a healthy weight isn’t just good for your physical health, it’s great for your mental well-being too. We can help you learn about healthy eating, portion sizes, healthy swaps, and meal planning. We offer free support to help you eat well and to move more.
Slimming World Programme
If you are eligible, you can receive a referral to Slimming World for a FREE 12-week programme.
Slimming World’s unique healthy eating plan, Food Optimising, is based on science, backed by evidence, and loved by millions.
Join the motivating weekly group and receive member support, commitment and accountability – a powerful combination that helps boost happiness, self-esteem and slimming success! Plus, gain access to our members-only website and app for on-the-go weight loss support.
Cut calories without counting them!
*To access Slimming World, individuals must not have been a paying member in the 12 weeks prior to the referral.
Who can use this service?
Aged 18 or over
Living in Warwickshire or registered with a Warwickshire GP
Individuals with a BMI between 30 and 49.9 (or 27.5 when adjusted for ethnicity*) and any of the following:
A high-risk health condition such as cancer, cardiac and pulmonary conditions
Be registered with a severe mental illness
Have a learning disability
Pregnant, postnatal or has suffered pregnancy loss in the last 6 months
Receive Universal Credit
Homeless
A care leaver
A migrant
In the justice system
Be a victim of modern slavery
Be from the Gypsy, Roma, or Traveller Communities
*People with a South Asian, Chinese, Other Asian, Middle Eastern, Black African or African-Caribbean family background are more at risk of heart conditions and other health conditions. Therefore, a lower BMI threshold of 27.5 is used for eligibility in these groups.
You can self-refer to the service here: