Our team of health professionals work closely with families to help them make healthy lifestyle changes. We use the strengths of each family to help them create a happy and healthy future.
Children and young people up to 18 and living in the Metro South catchment area can take part if:
Their body mass index (BMI) is greater than the 85th percentile.
If you have type 2 diabetes, you must be referred to our clinic by the Queensland Children's Hospital Endocrinology Department.
You need a referral to join our club. You can be referred by a:
If you’re a health professional, you can refer your patient by using our referral form and faxing it to 07 3068 3339. Make sure you include the referral is for the Good Start Healthy Kids Club.
Once a health professional has referred your child, one of our health workers will contact you to make an appointment.
At the first appointment your family will meet our team and talk about any challenges you’re having and set some goals. This appointment will take up to 90 minutes.
Our team may include:
You’ll meet with the team once a fortnight over the next 3 to 6 months. These appointments will take about an hour.
You may also have telehealth or phone appointments or take part in group exercise sessions. If you live in the Logan area, we can also visit you at home.
After 3 to 6 months, we’ll work with you and your GP to make a long term plan for your child and your family.
Cnr Middle Rd and Wineglass Dr
Hillcrest QLD 4118
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Tuesdays and Fridays from 8 am to 4 pm.
The Access Gateway, 91 Wembley Rd
Logan Central, QLD, 4114
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Wednesdays from 8 am to 4 pm.
For more information call 0436 679 153.
If you have any questions about the program, contact us by: