Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Plans

We've partnered with Digital Wellness to give eligible members access to the Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Plan, a scientifically backed weight management program developed by the CSIRO.

Through the program, members receive professional health support tailored to their individual health and wellbeing goals.

Designed for members with risk factors for chronic conditions, or those living with a diagnosed chronic condition, the program includes both 16-week and 24-week options, depending on individual health needs and eligibility criteria^.

And the best part? It's designed to fit seamlessly into everyday life.

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How the program supports you

The Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Plan combines clinical expertise, community support, personalised nutrition, digital tools and real results, helping you build healthy habits that last.

It's a holistic online wellbeing program that helps members build healthier habits by understanding what balanced eating looks like to support sustainable weight management.

Throughout the program, you'll have the support of Accredited Practising Dietitians who'll guide you every step of the way. Learn more.

A program built on behaviour research

Built on decades of CSIRO research and shaped by what's worked for over 1.2 million Australians~. Every feature is designed to support real people achieving real results.

CSIRO-developed holistic approach

Beyond just weight management, helping you understand what a healthy plate looks like. Flexible, balanced and built around food units, not calories or points, supporting your health.

Designed to create long-term habits

Grounded in behaviour science, helping you form simple, lasting routines that actually stick. You'll build real lifestyle change to help maintain healthy habits beyond the program.

Which program is right for you?

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What's Included

  • Up to 16 weeks of the CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet
  • Health Care Assessment with a Registered Nurse
  • Up to 7 one-on-one online Health Coaching sessions
  • Scientifically formulated behaviour change tools like My Plan
  • Positive psychology tools
  • Group Coaching Webinars
  • Delicious and family-friendly recipes with weekly menu plan
  • Exercise plans

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What's Included

  • Up to 24 weeks of the CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet
  • Health Care Assessment with a Registered Nurse
  • Up to 9 one-on-one online Health Coaching sessions
  • Scientifically formulated behaviour change tools like My Plan
  • Positive psychology tools
  • Group Coaching Webinars
  • Delicious and family-friendly recipes with weekly menu plan
  • Exercise plans

How it works

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1. Register interest

Fill out the eligibility form for clinicians to assess your needs and determine if you meet the program criteria.
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2. Eligibility check

If eligible, your details will be securely submitted for review as part of the assessment process.
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3. Approval

Your application will be reviewed to confirm eligibility for the fully funded program.
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4. Begin journey

Once approved, you'll complete a Health Care Assessment and begin your Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Plan.

More information

To access the Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Plan, you must hold eligible Hospital and Extras (combined cover), be financial on your policy, have served applicable waiting periods, and meet the program's enrolment criteria.

The 16-Week Total Wellbeing Core Care Program eligibility criteria includes:

  • Members must hold an eligible Peoplecare Combined Policy (Hospital & Extras) to access the services as per CDMP eligibility policy with the minimum 2 month waiting periods served.
  • Member has not previously been enrolled onto the Program within the current financial year.
  • Members must have a weight status (BMI ≥ 28 kg/m²).
  • Is at high risk with all the following risk factors:
    • Lifestyle risk factors (including, but not limited to, poor nutrition, physical inactivity, smoking or alcohol misuse); and
    • Biomedical risk factors (at least one of: high cholesterol, high blood pressure, impaired glucose metabolism, chronic pain or excess weight).

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To access the Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Plan, you must hold eligible Hospital and Extras (combined cover), be financial on your policy, have served applicable waiting periods, and meet the program's enrolment criteria.

The 24-Week Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Plan eligibility criteria includes:

  • Members must hold an eligible Peoplecare Combined Policy (Hospital & Extras) to access the services as per CDMP eligibility policy with the minimum 2 month waiting periods served.
  • Member has not previously been enrolled onto the Program within the current financial year.
  • Members must have a weight status (BMI ≥ 28 kg/m²) plus a Chronic Disease diagnosis of either:
    • Cardiovascular disease
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
    • Respiratory Conditions (COPD/Asthma)
  • Members must attend an appointment with their GP and complete the Program GP Referral Form sent to them from Digital Wellness.

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The waiting period to receive this program is 2 months of continuous cover.

Your premiums need to be up to date before you can claim this program.  

The program is available at no additional cost to eligible members.

To access the Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Plan, you must hold eligible Hospital and Extras (combined cover), be financial on your policy, have served applicable waiting periods, and meet the program's enrolment criteria.

We've got you covered.

You can still join the CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet through this exclusive member offer and save up to 75% on CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet memberships*. If you have eligible Extras cover, you may also be able to claim benefits towards eligible membership fees.

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Members must not have previously been enrolled onto the Program within the current financial year.  

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Checking your eligibility only takes a few minutes.

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*Savings are calculated based on the standard $79/month plan. This Member Perk offer is separate from the Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Plan and Total Wellbeing Core Care Program available to eligible peoplecare members. Members may be able to claim eligible program costs through their Extras cover, depending on their level of cover and available benefits. Membership plans may automatically renew at the end of the selected term unless cancelled in accordance with the provider's Terms of Use and Service. Offer, pricing and membership inclusions are subject to change by the provider.

^Eligibility criteria apply. The Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Plan and Total Wellbeing Core Care Programs are available to eligible Peoplecare members with appropriate cover and is subject to program eligibility requirements, waiting periods and clinical criteria.

~The CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet is the highest rated diet in Australia on review service Trustpilot and is the 2024 ProductReview.com.au winner in the weight loss category.