Weight management schemes

There are lots of things you can do to lose weight by eating the right foods and exercising more. 

For those that need more specialist help, NHS Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale operates a weight management scheme where patients receive vouchers to attend a course of Slimming World or Weight Watchers sessions.  

To be eligible, you have to have a Body Mass Index of 25 or more, uncomplicated obesity and a willingness to change.  You also need to fall in to one or more of the following categories:

1. Have an established or be at risk of a chronic disease such as Cardio Vascular Disease and Diabetes
2. Planning a pregnancy
3. Menopausal ladies
4. Parent, guardian or carer of children
5. Receive free prescriptions
6. Planning to quit or is an ex-smoker

To find out more, speak to your doctor who can assess your eligibility and arrange a referral.  You can also ask at your pharmacy or contact the health trainers.