Managing your weight can be hard. Different people need different types of support. Small changes can help.
Eating well, moving more and building healthy habits can improve your health over time.
Click on the area where you live to find local support. Who can use a service may change so check the service website for the latest details.
If you are not sure, speak to your GP or pharmacist.
If you live in East Sussex, there are services that can help you reach a healthy weight.
One You East Sussex free weight loss services for eligible Surrey residents, including programmes that help people eat well, move more and lose weight:
Gloji is a digital weight loss programme with support by phone, in a group, or alongside regular group exercise sessions.
MAN v FAT is the UK’s leading mens football weight loss programme for those who want to lose weight and play sport in a welcoming environment.
Other support available includes:
One to One support
You will meet your health coach on your own.
You can have a session every 2 weeks during the programme
Choose your goals
Bring a supporter if helpful. This could be your family member, carers or supporter
Set goals that fit your life
Group support
Join a small friendly group
Meet every 2 weeks
Try practical activities
Meet you health coach in between group sessions
Set goals that fit your life
Refer yourself through the One You Surrey website, call 01323 404600 or email hello@oneyoueastsussex.org.uk.
If you live in West Sussex , there are services that can help you reach a healthy weight.
West Sussex Wellbeing offers a range of options.
If you live or work in West Sussex and have a BMI of 25+, you can join a 12 week weight loss programme.
Other support varies depending on your local wellbeing hub.
If you live in Brighton and Hove, there are services that can help you reach a healthy weight which offer:
12 weeks of digital support
Personal health mentor
Unlimited online gym pass
Weight management groups across Brighton
Dedicated support during pregnancy
Learning Disability support
Partnered programmes with Slimming World and MAN V FAT
Speak to your GP practice, pharmacist or local wellbeing service to find out more
You can also use these websites for advice and support:
Call 0800 0541190 for more information.
If you live in Surrey, there are services that can help you reach a healthy weight.
One You Surrey offer free weight loss services for eligible Surrey residents, including programmes that help people eat well, move more and lose weight:
Flexible digital weight loss programme
Digital and group support
Digital and 1:1
Eligibility: Men aged 18+ with a BMI of 27.5 or higher
14 weeks free innovative MAN V FAT Football programme
Attend a local group for 12 weeks
Access digital resources
Refer yourself through the One You Surrey website, call 01737 652168 or email hello@oneyousurrey.org.uk.
Healthy Surrey helps people find self-care information, as well as signposting to local services available to Surrey residents.
You don't need a referral. There is lots of information and support to help you get started, with information on:
Eating well and moving more
Improving your wellbeing
Managing your weight
Reducing your risk of developing diseases
Be Your Best Surrey provides support to families with children aged 5-17 years.
Find information on:
Eating healthily on a budget
Planning meals - even for fussy eaters
Finding ways to be more active
Swapping unhealthy habits for healthier ones
You can refer your family or child through the online referral form, call 01483 517005 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm) or email beyourbest@surreycc.gov.uk.
This programme is available for people who mee the following criteria:
You are age 18 or over
You have a BMI of 30 or more. The BMI threshold is 27.5 for people from black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds
and have a diagnosis of diabetes (type 1 or 2), high blood pressure, or both
You will need regular access to the internet, using a smartphone or computer.
Referral is through GPs or community pharmacies only. If you think you are eligible please contact your GP or community pharmacy to discuss.
Support includes:
Free 12 week online programme
Choice of weight management plan that works for you
Each plan provides:
Recipes
Nutritional advice
Wellbeing support
This Leaflet provides more information about the programme.
This programme is a low calorie, total diet replacement treatment programme, available for people who meet the following criteria:
Have a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes within the last 6 years
And have a BMI over 27. The BMI threshold is 25 for people from black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds
Referral is through your GP only. If you think you are eligible please contact your GP to discuss.
This programme is for people who have been identified as being at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. You may be eligible if:
You have had a blood sugar test showing you are at risk of type 2 diabetes. This could be a HbA1c result between 42 and 47.9 mmol/mol
Or, you have had a fasting blood sugar result between 5.5 and 6.9 mmol/l within the last 24 months
You must be able to partake in light to moderate physical activity
Exclusions:
Have a current diagnosis of Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes.
Are pregnant (unless entering via gestational diabetes pathways).
Have an active eating disorder.
Have undergone bariatric surgery in the last 2 years.
Are recorded as having moderate or severe frailty
If you are at risk of type 2 diabetes, your GP practice may refer you to the Healthier You NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme.
The support includes:
9-month programme
Choice of face to face group sessions or digital service
Face to face groups option:
Personalised support to manage your weight
Support to eat healthier
Support to be more active
Digital option using digital tools such as wearable technologies to:
Monitor levels of exercise
Access health coaches
Access online peer support groups
Set and monitor goals online
Healthy Eating is important to reduce your risk of developing conditions like diabetes, heart disease and stroke.
Below are some links to support you on healthy eating journey.
An NHS Health Check is a free check-up for people aged 40 to 74. It can help find signs of health problems early.
It checks your risk of:
If you are aged 40 to 74, you may be invited for an NHS Health Check. This is for people who do not already have certain health conditions.
These are done every five years. They include
If you have not been invited for an NHS Health Check and think you're eligible, contact your GP practice.