A new specialist weight management programme for adults with learning disabilities delivered across the Royal Borough of Greenwich and the London Boroughs of Bexley and Bromley.
Delivered by Enable in partnership with the three boroughs, the Enable Learning Disabilities Weight Management Service aims to reduce health inequalities by promoting healthier lifestyles, and providing a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment for participants to achieve their weight management goals and improve their overall wellbeing.
This is an evidence based, accessible, lifestyle multicomponent service for adults aged 18 years and over with a learning disability across the three boroughs. The service is aimed at adults with BMI ≥30kg/m2 or BMI ≥27.5 kg/m2 for those from a minority ethnic group.
This programme is designed to support adults with learning disabilities make positive and sustainable changes to their diet and lifestyle. The service will provide tailored, evidence-based interventions, including nutrition education, physical activity sessions, and behaviour change support. The programme will also engage carers to ensure long-term sustainable outcomes for service users.
Participants will receive tailored support to:
- Achieve and maintain a healthier weight
- Improve their understanding of nutrition and healthier eating habits
- Increase physical activity in a way that suits their abilities and preferences
- Access ongoing support in a safe, inclusive, and engaging setting
Upcoming Programmes
Please see below the dates and times for our upcoming sessions...
To access these sessions you must have a referral and attend an initial appointment with the service.
Bexley
1. 68 Erith Hub (DA8 1BA): Tuesdays, 13th January – 31st March, 2:30-4:30pm
2. Emmanuel Church Sidcup (DA14 4DR): Wednesdays, 14th January – 1st April, 9:30-11:30am
3. Geddes Place United Reformed Church – Bexleyheath (DA6 7DJ): Thursdays, 15th January – 2nd April, 5:30-7:30pm
Bromley & Orpington
4. Pavilion Leisure Centre (BR1 3EF): Mondays, 12th January – 30th March, 4:00-6:00pm
5. Orpington Village Hall (BR6 0NN): Wednesdays, 14th January – 1st April, 1:00-3:00pm
6. Bromley United Reformed Church (BR1 1RY): Thursdays, 15th January – 2nd April, 2:00-4:00pm
Greenwich
7. Kidbrooke Community Hub (SE3 9GR): Mondays, 12th January – 30th March, 12:30-2:30pm
8. Woolwich Front Room (SE18 6JB): Tuesdays, 13th January – 31st March, 10:30am-12:30pm
9. Mycenae House – Vanbrugh Park (SE3 7SE): Wednesdays, 14th January – 8th April, 1:30-3:30pm
10. Abbey Wood Community Centre (SE2 0YS): Thursdays, 15th January – 2nd April, 9:30am-12:30pm
● Aged 18 years old and over
● A mild or moderate learning disability
● Resident of, or registered with a General Practitioner in, Bexley, Bromley or Greenwich
● Able to attend a programme either alone or supported by a carer or support worker
● BMI ≥30kg/m2 or BMI≥27.5kg/m2 if from minority ethnic groups (calculate BMI here)
Exclusion Criteria
● Under 18 years old
● Pregnant
● Have a history of an eating disorder
● Anyone who does not meet the eligibility criteria set out above