Obesity is a complex, progressive, chronic disease that impairs health. It presents itself differently in different people, so it requires personalized treatment and ongoing support.¹
Desjardins believes that the best way to help people with excess weight or obesity achieve their health goals is by taking a holistic approach to overall wellness, so they are pleased to relaunch Heathy Weight Focus—an updated and modernized version of an existing program. They have expanded the range of tools and supports it covers.
Desjardins now cover kinesiologists for all new groups with physiotherapy coverage.² Plans can also cover other healthcare specialists that can play a role in weight management, including dietitians, nutritionists, psychologists, physiotherapists, and alternative medicine practitioners.
To better understand the obesity care and weight management tools available through the plans they offer, and to learn more about the impacts of obesity, check out their new Healthy Weight Focus brochure.
They have developed this brochure in partnership with Obesity Canada to illustrate the unique challenges people with obesity can face and explain how a patient-centred, multi-disciplinary approach can help address health goals.
Introducing Constant Health
Desjardins Insurance has partnered with Constant Health, a leading Canadian provider of personalized obesity care and educational resources, to offer additional support to plan members. They get a 10% discount on a comprehensive 15-week program, and expenses may also be eligible for reimbursement if their plan covers registered dietitians or if they have access to a Health Spending Account.
The program offers personalized support and guidance from a dedicated team of registered dietitians, leveraging cutting-edge technology to deliver a truly individualized experience. For more information on this partnership, visit constanthealth.ca.
Desjardins is also pleased to let you know about a series of online workshops offered free of charge by Obesity Matters. These workshops are intended to empower participants through expert-led sessions that can help build sustainable habits.
¹Wharton et al. Obesity in adults: a clinical practice guideline, 2020
²Can be added as a rider for existing groups
