WHAT IS HEALTHWISE
Tailored for all abilities, Healthwise provides a supportive environment to:
- Improve knowledge and skills for managing your health through movement
- Build confidence and self efficacy in daily activities
- Enhance overall wellbeing and quality of life
Our dedicated Healthwise team is your key to success. They'll provide expert guidance and support every step of the way, offering:
- Personalised physical activity plans tailored to your needs
- Healthy living guidance
- Regular progress monitoring and programme adjustments
- A supportive and encouraging environment to reach your goals
Hear from our Healthwise members on how this fantastic programme has helped them improve their way of living and manage existing medical conditions.
WHO IS HEALTHWISE FOR?
The scheme is for West Oxfordshire residents or patients registered with a West Oxfordshire GP/doctors surgery who are physically inactive. It is designed to assist people with long-term health conditions or other specialist requirements that may be a barrier to accessing mainstream activity in leisure centers.
Common Reasons for Referral:
- High Blood Pressure
- Diabetes
- Asthma
- Circulatory/respiratory diseases
- Depression and Anxiety
- Arthritis
The scheme is suitable for individuals who are:
- aged 16 years and over
- Residents of West Oxfordshire
- In need of support to make lifestyle changes
WHAT ACTIVITIES ARE AVAILABLE?
Healthwise offers a diverse selection of exercise classes and activities to accommodate all skill levels. A certified GP Referral Instructor is available to help members choose the right classes that align with their specific medical conditions and requirements. The physical activity program could feature options such as:
- Sessions in the gym
- Group fitness classes
- GP referral classes
- Aquatic exercises
Supervised Gym Sessions
The session is based on the gym floor with supervision where you will get tailored exercises for your individual needs, motivation and ability to discuss techniques.
Availability: Wednesdays 1-2pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Instructor: Kathy
Availability: Fridays 2-3pm
Duration: 60 minutes
Instructor: Sam
(Booking is only available to Healthwise members.)
Aquatics for Health
Water-based exercises designed to provide physiological and psychological benefits. Ideal for individuals with mild to moderate health conditions, this fun and personalised aquatic programme takes place in a supportive group setting.
Availability: Tuesday 12pm
Instructor: Sam
Duration: 60 minutes
(Booking is only available to Healthwise members.)
Eileen's Healthwise Testimonial
How can I join the programme?
Speak to your medical professional about Healthwise and how they can refer you into the service.
Contact the Healthwise Team on 01993 870127 or email healthwise.westoxfordshire@gll.org