Everyone Health – Sports and Leisure Management’s (SLM) public health division – has landed a £5m contract to drive Nottinghamshire County Council’s new obesity prevention and weight management services.

The tie-up will see Everyone Health work alongside the council over the next four years to help families across Nottinghamshire manage their weight and lead healthier lifestyles.

From April 2015, adults, children and families in Nottinghamshire at high risk of obesity will be offered a personalised care package, including psychological support and help with increasing physical activity while maintaining a healthy, balanced diet.

Weight management services are becoming an increasingly vital cog of public health, with the physical activity sector well-positioned to offer its expertise and advice in this area. A recent feature in Health Club Management magazine examined what’s currently on offer and found that science and technology are playing a key role in innovating programmes and increasing their effectiveness.

Established in February 2014, Everyone Health was formed in recognition of the need for greater integration between health, wellbeing and leisure professionals in improving public health. The company hopes its extensive experience in leisure provision – through sister arm Everyone Active – will enable it to provide comprehensive wellbeing solutions.

“We’re thrilled to be given the opportunity to work with Nottinghamshire County Council to deliver these dedicated services for families and individuals across the county,” said Annie Holden, head of public health at Everyone Health.

“Everyone Active already operates six sports and leisure centres in Nottinghamshire so the partnership will strengthen our presence in the Midlands further. Our aim is to provide more people in Nottinghamshire with the on-going support and education they need to make improved, healthier lifestyle choices.”