What We Do In Oldham Choose to Change is a specialist weight management service that helps adults make lifestyle changes that will enable them to lose weight and improve their health. The Choose to Change programme is totally different to traditional weight loss programmes. It encourages lifelong changes to eating habits rather than short term diets. It helps people to overcome their barriers to weight loss, make sensible food choices and become more active. Initially you will complete a 1:1 assessment with one of our highly experience lifestyle coaches. This will determine the level and type of support you will receive, i.e. group, therapy, 1:1, etc. Lots of our clients typically join or work towards our fortnightly weight management support classes. Each class runs for 2 hours consisting of dietary and health advice alongside specialised exercise classes. What To Expect - A supportive and caring environment. - Review of eating habits and a monitoring diary. - Tips on healthy eating. - Guided weight loss advice. - Information on how to maintain weight loss. - Physical activity adapted for all abilities. - Guidance on lifelong lifestyle and behaviour changes – NO DIETS - Personal, activity and nutrition goal setting at the end of each session. - Peer support in the sessions. – hear from others who have either completed or been on the programme longer for more advice and support. To register with us please contact us via phone or email, alternatively visit your GP and request to be referred to the programme. Our Criteria - Oldham resident or GP registered within Oldham - 18+ - BMI > 35 & a chronic illness (e.g. diabetes, heart disease), or BMI > 40 - Pregnant women BMI > 30 *This service is commissioned by Oldham CCG
Key information
- Day: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
- Frequency: Fortnightly
- Cost: Free
- Location: 71 Redgate Way, BL4 0JL (click to open map in new window)
Additional Information
- Referrals Accepted: Health or Care Professional
- Accessible for Disabled People: Yes
- Accessible for People with Language Needs: Yes