Our Lifestyle Packages help adults and families get more active, eat better and lose weight.
If you live in Sandwell or have a GP in Sandwell you can sign up for the programme for a free 16 week referral. You can access sessions and activities across the borough aimed at helping people lose weight.
Sandwell residents who sign up to this programme receive a free 1-1 personalised assessment and individually tailored support to suit your needs. The packages might include:
- 1-1 Health Assessment
- Personalised plan
- Ongoing support from an allocated personal key worker
- Group weight management classes suitable for the young, old, active and less able
- A wide selection of physical activity classes including circuits, Zumba and aerobics
- Discounted membership to leisure activities including gym memberships, exercise classes and swimming
- Cooking workshops
- Online support and apps
To sign up you need to be:
- A Sandwell resident or have a Sandwell GP.
- Have a BMI of 25 or over (over 23 if you are from an Asian background) or do less than 75 minutes of physical activity per week.
- Want to make positive changes to your lifestyle and/or lose weight.
If you do not meet the eligibility criteria, you can still sign up to the sessions by paying a nominated fee.
If you are accepted on the programme, you will be expected to complete an initial assessment. This will look at the what you do and do not like and help you select appropriate SMART goals. Your height, weight and waist circumference will also be measured.
Once you have achieved success in the first 16 weeks you can continue to access the programme to support you with your weight loss/ increased physical activity.
Take a look at where the sessions are held and contact the team if you would like a referral.
You can also find out more information by visiting Mytime Active.