Good for your patients.
Good for your practice.

are overweight or  obese *

0 %

don’t get enough physical activity*

0 %

don’t eat enough vegetables*

0 %

exceed the risky drinking guideline*

0 %

*Queensland Health. The health of Queenslanders. Report of the Chief Health Officer Queensland. Queensland Government. Brisbane 2023.
*refers to the past 30 days

Queenslanders are relying on you

My health for life is a chronic disease prevention initiative with FREE, qualified Health Coaches for your patients. They are qualified, allied-health professionals who can help Queenslanders, 18 years and over, make healthier choices and create healthier habits.  

Delivered in 6 or more coaching sessions, at a relaxed pace over 14-18 weeks, the initiative is designed to help individuals discover ways of changing their day-to-day behaviour — that they can live with.

Are your patients eligible?

My health for life supports people at high risk of developing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke to make healthy lifestyle changes. To check if your patients are eligible, follow this flowchart.

How to refer your patients:

Referring your patients or clients into My health for life is a simple process, using the referral form via the following options:

Medical practice software

Available in Medical Director & Best Practice medical practice software as “My Health for Life” referral template.* Please note: Do not open the templates until they have been imported into your clinical software as this will corrupt the coding. For assistance importing these templates please contact your PHN Practice Support Officer or visit your PHN’s website.

Fillable referral form

Using the button below, you can download a referral form and save it into your practice system, upload it to the patient profile and then send it to My health for life via email at info@myhealthforlife.com.au, fax on 07 3506 0909 or Medical Objects ‘My health for life FM4064000RY’.

Download referral form

Culturally tailored

If your patient or client would like to know more about the initiative, direct them to our website where you can take them through the Health Check.

Alternatively, they can call our team on 13 74 75 — they will take them through the Health Check and provide more information on what the initiative can offer.

Take me to the Health Check

For more information about the initiative, download our FAQs for Health Professionals here.

Our initiative helps people understand their:

Their personal risk of chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes, heart disease & stroke

Risk 1

See how lifestyle choices impact their overall health

Health 1

Many people think they’re healthier than they really are

Barriers 1

Set goals and action plans for a healthier lifestyle

Goals 1

Create healthier habits in manageable steps

Habits 1

Maintaining healthy lifestyle habits

Future 1

About our Health Coaches

All of our My health for life Health Coaches come from a variety of healthcare backgrounds. These include exercise physiologists, dietitians, nurses, psychologists, GPs and more.

We have a network of experienced health practitioners across Queensland who have completed training to ensure they are equipped to guide and support participants through health coaching.

We ensure that medical practitioners who have patients participating in the initiative are kept informed of their patient’s progress, completing the care cycle.

I did telephone coaching and it was the perfect balance for me. There were regular check-ins with my coach, especially for someone like me, from a regional area, it’s a fantastic way to get involved in the program. I’ve been able to cut back on my blood pressure medication, my cholesterol medication and, generally, I’m living a much healthier lifestyle. My health for life is a great way to make that first step to change  your life for the better.

Mark, My health for life participant

I’m a proud My health for life graduate. I discovered, to my horror, that I was at high risk. It gives you great tools to allow you to decide for yourself what is comfortable and what suits you. I’m probably eating less, I’ve cut back on fizzy drinks for the most part. I’m doing a lot more exercise. I’ve got a lot more space in my pants these days. I’ve had to pull my belt in a few notches. I’m quite happy. I can see a lot more of my toes than I used to be able to see.

Neil, My health for life participant

I was at a stage where I was sick of being at home, semi-isolated, feeling fat and lazy  and concerned about how my health and activity was declining with age. I saw others around me talking about being old, losing energy, sounding bitter and twisted.  So, I felt I needed to get up and do something. I participated in the My health for life program. It was a great first step and stimulus for me to realise I only have one  life, and it is me that has to do something to make sure that life is lived to the full,  to enjoy full health and active movement as long as possible.

It has helped me lose a total of 16kg and developed a much more positive and active approach to life in the last 6 months. I would love the broader population take on  this challenge and reach out, grow, use the opportunity to maximise their health  and discover new ways to grow a healthier community and state.

Peter Button, My health for life participant

My health for life is a great program for any individual looking to improve any aspect of their health! It focuses on small, easy to adapt behaviours to benefit our health and lifestyle. It’s a positive and supportive environment with like-minded people, and it’s amazing to watch the health journey of individuals evolve!

Nicholas Steel, Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Health Coach

I’m less of a stress head and I have trimmed down a bit and I definitely feel better and more motivated. My cholesterol went down to five in just three months and my blood pressure is better. The changes were gradual and the knowledge I gained was great. I was steadfast from the beginning and while it’s been a big change it’s been worth it.

Jason, My health for life participant

My knees are not as bad now, and I’ve noticed I have more energy. I’m feeling a lot happier and it’s great to be getting in and doing more and helping my husband more on the farm. Horses are a big part of my life, but I haven’t been able to ride for a while now because of my knees. I’ve been missing it and so I can’t wait to get back on the horses and do more with my grandkids.

Debbie, My health for life participant

Good for your patients. Good for your practice.