Build healthier habits with support that works for you.
A free 12-week programme for eligible young people and adults living in Ealing, available face to face and online.
For Ealing residents aged 14 and over. Participants must meet the joining rules.
Support that works for you
Get practical, non-judgemental support with food, activity, motivation and long-term healthy habits.
12 weeks of support
Take part in one session each week for 12 weeks.
Sessions last approximately 60–90 minutes and are delivered in small, supportive groups.
Join in person or online
Choose between face-to-face groups, virtual sessions and digital one-to-one check-ins.
Your circumstances can change, so you will be able to move between different ways of taking part during the programme.
Friendly, expert support
You will be supported by trained MoreLife practitioners who understand that everyone’s health, circumstances and goals are different.
Free to access
The programme is provided at no cost to eligible Ealing residents.
What Does The Programme Include?
Each week, we will explore a different part of healthy living and long-term weight management.
Learning about food and healthy eating
- Understanding food and nutrition
- Making balanced choices using the Eatwell Guide
- Portion sizes and meal planning
Feelings and eating
- Learn how feelings, stress and tiredness can affect eating
- Notice what makes you want to eat when you are not hungry
- Find simple ways to cope with difficult feelings
- Build a healthier and happier relationship with food
Setting goals and staying motivated
- Building motivation and confidence
- Setting realistic and achievable goals
- Managing setbacks
- Maintaining your progress over the long term
Being active in a way that suits you
- Becoming more active in a way that works for you
- Low-impact activity for people with health conditions or limited mobility
The programme combines practical nutrition information, physical activity and proven behaviour-change techniques.
You will not be expected to follow a restrictive diet or complete activities that are unsuitable for your health or ability.
A Service For Ealing’s Diverse Communities
We want everyone who is eligible to have a fair opportunity to take part.
Please tell us about any support or adjustments you need when you register. You can also speak to us privately before joining a group.
Food advice that respects your culture
- Culturally relevant food and nutrition information
Support that fits your needs
- Women-only and men-only groups
- Support from staff trained to work with people with learning disabilities
- Sensory-friendly groups and accessible community venues
- Telephone coaching
- Evening and weekend options
- Support to identify the most suitable way for you to take part
Different ways to take part
- Translated information and interpreting support
- Easy Read and visual materials
- Adjustments for people with SEND, disabilities or additional needs
- Paper workbooks and printed resources
- Alternatives for people who cannot access digital services
Where Will Sessions Take Place?
Face-to-face sessions will be available at trusted and accessible community venues across Ealing.
These may include:
- Community centres
- Faith and cultural venues
- Youth centres
- Family Hubs
- Schools and colleges
- Voluntary and community organisations
- Leisure and activity venues
Online sessions and digital support will also be available, including evening and weekend options.
Support For Young People
Our young people’s programme is designed for people aged 14–17 and will use age-appropriate information, activities and support.
The focus will be on:
- Health and wellbeing
- Confidence and positive habits
- Understanding food and nutrition
- Enjoyable and appropriate physical activity
- Motivation and personal goals
- Support that reflects the young person’s needs and circumstances
We will clearly explain how the programme works and what involvement may be needed from a parent, carer or supporting professional.
Children who are in the 91st centile should contact our eligibility team.
To check if your child is in the 91st centile go here.
Who Can Join?
Start your journey today!
Our team will check eligibility sensitively and explain what taking part involves.
Adults
- Aged 18 and over
- Live in Ealing
- BMI of 25 or above (or BMI of 23 or above for BAME background)*
Young People
- Aged between 14 and 17
- Live in Ealing
- Your height and weight meet the NHS joining rules**
*BMI means Body Mass Index
** We can check your height and weight using an NHS growth chart
How Can I Join?
You can refer yourself, or a professional or community organisation can help you access the service.
Referrals may come from:
- GPs and primary-care teams
- Social prescribers
- School nurses
- Family Hubs
- Youth and community services
- Voluntary and community organisations
- Other health or care professionals
If completing an online form is difficult, please contact us by telephone or email. We can help you complete the process and discuss other ways to access the service.
For Professionals
MoreLife works with GP practices, schools, Family Hubs, social prescribers, youth services, charities, faith groups and community organisations across Ealing.
You can help by:
- Introducing the service to eligible residents
- Supporting someone to complete a referral
- Sharing information through your networks
- Displaying leaflets or posters
- Inviting MoreLife to an event or community session
- Hosting a programme or information session
- Helping us understand the needs of the communities you support
We can provide digital materials, printed resources, staff briefings and support with referral pathways.
What Happens Next?
Send us your details
Complete the short referral form, or ask a professional or community organisation to refer you.
Speak to our team
We will contact you for a friendly initial conversation. We will check that the programme is suitable, ask about your goals and discuss any health conditions or support needs.
Choose how you take part
You can select the session, location and delivery option that works best for you.
Start your programme
We will send you your start date and everything you need before your first session.
If your circumstances change, speak to your practitioner. We will try to help you continue through a different session or delivery option.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the service free?
Yes. The programme is free for eligible Ealing residents.
Do I have to attend in person?
No. Face-to-face, online and digital options are available. We can help you choose the best option for you.
Can I change how I attend?
Yes. You can speak to your practitioner about moving between face-to-face, online and digital support if your circumstances change.
What if I have a disability or additional needs?
Tell us what would help you take part. We can discuss accessible venues, Easy Read information, visual resources, sensory needs, interpretation and other reasonable adjustments.
What if I do not have internet access?
Please contact us. Paper resources, telephone support and other offline options can be provided.
Can someone help me make a referral?
Yes. A GP, school nurse, social prescriber, Family Hub, youth worker, community organisation or another professional can support you.
Take Your Next Step
You do not need to make every change at once.
Our team will support you to take manageable steps towards better health and lasting change.