Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is a Westminster Health Trainer?
2. How much do Health Trainers cost?
3. Who is eligible to use a Westminster Health Trainer?
4. How can I get a Health Trainer?
5. Where and when can I see my Health Trainer?
6. How long will I see a Health Trainer for?
7. How will a Health Trainer support me to become healthier?
8. Can I talk to someone to find out more?
1. What is a Westminster Health Trainer?
Westminster Health Trainer are people who live or work in Westminster that have been specially trained to offer free practical support to people in their community who want to start making healthier lifestyle choices. Examples of areas that Health Trainers can help you with include:
- Give up smoking
- Eat a healthier diet
- Becoming more active
- Drinking less alcohol
- Reducing your stress levels
2. How much do Health Trainers cost?
Health Trainers are completely free. The service is fully funded by the NHS as part of their efforts to address health inequalities and improve health and wellbeing for all.
3. Who is eligible to use a Westminster Health Trainer?
Anyone over 18 years old who lives in Westminster can use this Health Trainer Service. If you would like a Health Trainer but do not live in Westminster then contact your local NHS Primary Care Trust as they will be able to tell you how to contact a Health Trainer in your borough.
4. How can I get a Health Trainer?
Health Trainers are based in venues across Westminster such as GP surgeries, health centres, community halls. To book an appointment with a Health Trainer all you need to do is complete the form on the Book Now page of this website or call 020 8964 2727. Someone will contact you within 48 hours.
5. Where and when can I see my Health Trainer?
All one-to-one sessions take place in a convenient location such as a local community centre, GP surgery or NHS walk-in centre. Times and venues are agreed between you and your Health Trainer.
6. How long will I see a Health Trainer for?
Westminster Health Trainers see their clients for 6 sessions over approximately 3 months. The first session generally lasts an hour and follow-up sessions are approximately 30 minutes each. The final session normally lasts 45 minutes.
7. How will a Health Trainer support me to become healthier?
Westminster Health Trainers can help you identify the changes you could make that would improve your health and then support you in setting and achieving your personal health goals. For example, if you want to give up smoking, a Health Trainer will offer you practical support to achieve this goal including signposting you to local help groups, giving you useful tips as to how to keep on track and motivational ideas to help you succeed.
Health Trainers also provide relevant information, give practical advice and can signpost to other appropriate local Westminster services that offer additional help and support.
8. Can I talk to someone to find out more?
You can call 020 8964 2727, email info@westminsterhealthtrainers.com or use the Contact Form on the Contact Us page of this website
