Welcome to the home page of the HCF Healthy Weight For Life© (HWFL) program. This all inclusive program is provided to eligible HCF members AT NO CHARGE.
Aim of Healthy Weight For Life© (HWFL)
The overall aim of the HWFL program is to help overweight HCF members with type 2 diabetes, in collaboration with their healthcare team, to lose weight, improve their health status and learn the lifestyle skills that will help them stay in control of their weight for life. AT NO CHARGE TO ELIGIBLE MEMBERS (see criteria below).
What is the Healthy Weight For Life© (HWFL) program?*
The Healthy Weight For Life© program is a unique step by step treatment process that is delivered in 3 clearly structured phases over 18 weeks. The program is run by Prima Health Solutions (PHS) for and on behalf of HCF.
The program combines:
- KicStart™ VLCD - independently researched very low calorie diet meal replacement
- TEMplate System™ - dietitian developed, eating and lifestyle modification program
- Online Education Modules - 9 educational presentations and downloadable information sheets
- Personalised Online health tracking
- Personalised telephone motivation, support and advice
All the material you need to complete each phase of the program will be couriered directly to your nominated street address.
* refer to the "HWFL Overview" section for full detailed information
Who can participate in the FREE type 2 diabetes program?*
The program is available FREE to eligible HCF members who :
- have Type 2 Diabetes
- have a body mass index (BMI) ≥30
- are 18 years of age or older
- have an HCF hospital product that they have held for at least 12 months
- obtain approval from their medical practitioner to participate
- maintain medical supervision for existing medical conditions
- are willing to provide their progress data over the course of the program (including weight, waist circumference, HbA1c, blood pressure and cholesterol)
- have NOT previously participated in any Healthy Weight for Life program offered by HCF
*refer to the "Apply Now" section for full eligibility criteria
Second NO CHARGE program for eligible members with BMI > 30 and cardiovascular disease.
Have you ever been diagnosed with a cardiovascular condition or are you at risk of heart disease? You may be eligible for the Healthy Weight for Life Heart Program (AT NO CHARGE TO ELIGIBLE MEMBERS). Find out more.
Ready to act however not eligible for a fully funded Healthy Weight for Life© program?
If you are not eligible for a fully funded program however you would like to act now to reduce your weight and improve your health, you can invest in your own full Healthy Weight For Life© program. For more information on this option please go to http://phs.hwfl.com.au/.
IMPORTANT: Under HCF's Health Management Program or Manchester Unity's KeepFit benefit, members can claim towards a self-funded Healthy Weight For Life© program. NOTE: MORE DETAILS WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON.
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