Healthy Weight for Life
Is your goal to be a healthier you, to improve your quality of life?
Did you know that a weight loss of 5-10% can have a big impact on your current and future health risks by improving blood glucose levels, reducing both blood pressure and cholesterol levels, improving lung function and breathlessness and reducing the negative impact of sleep apnoea?
What is it?
A set of six programs, each designed to support you through a relevant condition and tailored to what you need. Follow these links to learn more and self-enroll at your convenience.
Who’s it for?
If you’re a Westfund hospital cover member and would like to improve your overall health by reducing your weight, you’ll be able to take part (subject to the clinical eligibility outlined below).
Eligibility criteria
Healthy Weight for Life is available to individuals seeking sustainable, personal goal-oriented weight management, as well as those with a chronic condition that may be improved through weight reduction. A variety of programs are available, and the friendly team of Health Care professionals at Healthy Weight for Life will work with you to select the option best suited to your goals.
To participate in the Healthy Weight for Life (HWFL) program, members must:
- Have a Body Mass Index (BMI) over 25
- Not be pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant during the program
- Be willing to provide personal and medical information
- Have internet access and a personal email address
- In some cases, obtain approval from a medical practitioner
Please note: This is not an exhaustive list of eligibility criteria. Final eligibility is determined by the program provider.
Getting started
Taking the first step
Read through the program eligibility criteria above.
Enquire and enrol in the program
If you have any questions or you’re ready to enrol, our friendly team is here to help. Simply call 1300 937 838, send us an email or enquire below. Alternatively, you can learn more and enrol in your chosen program through Healthy Weight for Life by clicking the links below:
Our Health and Wellbeing Team
Once you’ve enrolled through Healthy Weight for Life or via our team, our program providers will be in contact with you to confirm clinical eligibility and next steps.
More information
Handy links
Want more information on the Healthy Weight for Life programs?
Once you’re eligible, contact Healthy Weight for Life on 1800 226 180 or via [email protected]