Adult healthy weight programme

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Our Adult Healthy Weight Service is a free 12-week programme that provides support for people looking to achieve a healthy weight. Join us for expert guidance and support, either virtually or in person, to build lasting, healthy habits and improve your overall health and well-being.

Am I eligible?

You qualify for our free 12-week programme if you:

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Are 16 years or older

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Live, work, or study in Bedford Borough, Central Bedfordshire, or Milton Keynes (or are registered with a doctor in one of these areas)

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Have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or above

Or:

Have a BMI of 25 or above and have health conditions such as

  • Type 2 Diabetes
  • Hypertension
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Dyslipidaemia
  • Non-diabetic Hyperglycaemia
  • Sleep Apnoea.

Or:

If you have a BMI of 23 and you are from Black African, African-Caribbean, or South Asian communities.

Check your BMI

Not sure what your BMI is (or what a BMI is?)

Use the free NHS BMI calculator

How to join

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Self-referral

Complete our online form. Once your form has been processed a health and wellbeing coach will be in touch to book your first appointment.

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Referral by health professionals

If you are a health professional, you can refer a patient through our online form.

Support outside of your area

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If you live outside of Bedford Borough, Central Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes you might find your local services below

Further support

If you are not eligible for support, there are many free resources available to help you make healthy choices.

Discover more local support

Take control

Even if you’re not sure if you’re ready to make a change, we’d like to hear from you. Our specialists can guide you through the process.