Do you have children 7 to 13 years old? Are you worried they might be unhealthy or even overweight? The MEND program gets kids healthy and fit in only 10 weeks – and helps them stay that way. (more…)

We are running our MEND 2-4 program in term 4, 2011. This is a healthy lifestyle program for children aged 2-4 years and their parents/carers. (more…)

Our re-developed Healthy Weight Management Program is available to overweight and obese clients wanting to lose weight, improve their health and reduce their risk of chronic disease. The program targets the morbidly obese population, with a BMI over 35 and associated co-morbidities. (more…)

Ballarat Community Health are once again running their MEND program at the YMCA for overweight 7 to 13 year olds. (more…)

Malcolm Burnett is an accredited dietitian/nutritionist who has many specialities including paediatrics and sports medicine. Malcolm runs clinics at Springs Medical Centre (Daylesford) and at Cooinda Community Health (Wendouree ). (more…)

Melissa Barnes runs Start Where You Are, providing support and guidance for patients requiring diet assistance  or commencing an exercise program. No “off the shelf quick fixes” or popular diets marketed to millions. (more…)

MEND (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do-It) is an evidence-based group program designed to assist children who are overweight or obese to change their lifestyle to make healthier choices and undertake physical activity. (more…)

Our extended access clinic, operating as Ballarat Primary Care, has seen a significant impact upon waiting lists for services such as podiatry. We also have other services available for GPs to refer to. (more…)

The MEND Program is a FREE community placed, evidence-based program for overweight and obese children aged between 7-13 and their families.  The multi-disciplinary program places equal emphasis on Mind, Exercise and Nutrition and combines this with the ability to motivate parents and children to Do It! (more…)