Corby woman urges people to consider getting help in shifting those pounds

People in Northamptonshire are being invited to take up the opportunity of joining Slimming World for free on referral.

By The Newsroom

Published 29th Mar 2017, 12:30 BST

Updated 7th May 2017, 20:53 BST

Sonia Mathieson with other members of Slimming World last year

Anyone looking to lose weight with a BMI of more than 30 may be able to qualify for 12 free weeks of Slimming World support in the county if they meet the necessary criteria.

Sonia Mathieson, who runs Slimming World groups in Corby, said: “We have been working with local well-being advisors and are hoping to reach more people who feel they would be interested in attending weekly groups to get fabulous support to shed the pounds.”

Anyone who thinks they could benefit from the scheme can click here

People can also call an advisor at First for Wellbeing on 0300 1265000 and book an appointment.

The criteria for the referral scheme is that you have a BMI of more than 30, have not been a member of any weight loss organisation for at least three months and are over 16-years-old.