Live Healthier Havering
Healthy lifestyle programme for adults (18yrs+) with a mild to moderate learning disability.
Are you, or do you care for an adult who is a Havering resident and has a mild to moderate learning disability?
- Our weekly 2-hour group programme for 12 weeks includes fun activities to support you to live a healthier lifestyle and make new friends.
- The programme supports people with a BMI between 25 and 44.9, and their carers. Click here to find out your BMI.
Our programmes are led by qualified weight management and exercise specialists alongside a learning disability support assistant so you will receive expert and up-to-date support free of charge.
We have a programme starting in May 2025, programmes currently take place Thursday 1.30-3.30pm at Harrow Lodge Leisure Centre in Hornchurch.
We offer a supportive and non-judgemental environment – if you would like to discuss the programme with us call 01708 463181 or email [email protected].
To register for the programme see below.
What does the healthy lifestyle programme involve?
The programme is 2-hours per week for 12-weeks and sessions include fun education and physical activities. Our programmes are designed for adults with mild to moderate learning disabilities. We also offer follow up sessions for up to a year.
Topics we cover include:
- The eatwell guide and food labelling
- Portion sizes
- Emotional and comfort eating
- Eating out and food swaps
- Movement
WHAT CAN THE HEALTHY LIFESTYLE PROGRAMME DO FOR ME?
We have experience of working with people with disabilities and our programme has successfully supported people to lose weight and maintain it.
- People who complete the full 12-week programme on average lose 3-5% of their body weight
- Increase your energy levels
- Increase your self-esteem
- Reduced risk of disease such as coronary heart disease, diabetes and stroke
- Increased mobility
- And also have fun and make new friends!
WHO IS THE HEALTHY LIFESTYLE PROGRAMME FOR?
- Havering residents
- Aged 18+
- Mild to moderate learning disability
- BMI equal to or greater than 25 kg/m² (adjusted to 23kg/m² in people of Black African, African-Caribbean and Asian origin) up to a BMI of 44.9. Work out your BMI here.
We advise that individuals should consult with their GP prior to starting any new exercise or nutrition programme.
There are health conditions which are not appropriate for referral please see our inclusion and exclusion criteria for full details.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
Whether you want to refer yourself or you are a carer, family member or health professional who would like to refer someone please click below for the link to our secure referral form.
Once we have received your completed form we will be in touch as soon as possible.
HOW TO CONTACT US?
We offer a supportive and non-judgemental environment – if you would like to discuss the programme with us call 01708 463181 or email [email protected]
