About the service
Our Latin American Weight Management Service is a free, 12‑week programme designed specifically for Latin American and/or Spanish‑speaking adults living or working in Southwark.
The programme supports you to make sustainable changes to your eating habits, physical activity and overall wellbeing, in a supportive, relaxed and non‑judgemental environment.
Sessions are delivered in Spanish, are culturally relevant, and led by qualified health professionals.
Who the service is for
- Are 18 years or over
- Are Latin American and/or Spanish‑speaking
- Live, work, or are registered with a GP in Southwark
- Have a BMI of 27.5 or above
What does the programme involve?
You’ll take part in weekly face‑to‑face/ Virtual group sessions that combine nutrition education, gentle and enjoyable physical activity, and behaviour‑change and goal‑setting support, alongside assessments at the start and end of the programme, all delivered by Spanish‑speaking staff in a friendly, supportive group environment.
Over the course of the programme, we will explore topics such as:
- Eating a healthy balanced diet in a way that fits your culture
- Portion sizes and meal planning
- Understanding food labels
- Staying active in everyday life
- Managing habits, stress and emotional eating
- Sleep, hydration and wellbeing
- Setting realistic goals that work for you
How the programme is different / culturally appropriate
This programme has been developed with and for the Latin American community.
We understand that many weight management services are not always culturally relevant.
Our service:
- Is delivered in Spanish
- Includes culturally familiar foods and examples
- Is respectful, non‑judgemental and person‑centred
- Focuses on long‑term behaviour change, not quick fixes
- Recognises wider wellbeing, not just weight
How you can join
To sign up for the 12-week course you can:
Complete the sign up form about Latin American Weight Management here
- Call 0333 005 0159
- Email us at [email protected] to sign up for Latin American Weight Management
