The Wellness my Way Pilot Implementation Evaluation Report was delivered in partnership with the Health and Wellbeing Centre for Research Innovation at the University of Queensland, and highlights the value of a community based approach to chronic disease prevention, through a single entry point to prevention programs. Wellness my Way was piloted in South West Queensland from 29 July 2024 to 30 June 2025, and continues to be implemented in the region, supporting the South West Queensland community access prevention support.
The evaluation used a mixed methods approach guided by the RE-AIM framework, examining:
- Reach: consumer uptake and engagement with the program
- Effectiveness: participation in prevention programs and changes in consumer health outcomes
- Implementation: consumer satisfaction and stakeholder experiences (including local partnership, Connectors and regionally tailored approaches)
Key findings
The evaluation provides promising evidence of the reach, effectiveness and acceptability of Wellness my Way as a locally driven approach to connecting people with preventive health support. The evaluation of the 11-month pilot found it:
- Improved awareness of, and access to, prevention programs
- Increased referrals and participation of these programs across South West Queensland
- Was well received by consumers and stakeholders
- Delivered positive health benefits to consumers
Wellness my Way is a Queensland Government initiative, delivered in partnership by Health and Wellbeing Queensland, Queensland Health’s Health Contact Centre, South West Hospital and Health Service’s HOPE Service and the Health and Wellbeing Centre for Research Innovation at The University of Queensland.
Why this resource is useful
This report provides practical insights for health promotion practitioners, prevention services, health services, local organisations and partners interested in improving access to chronic disease prevention and strengthening coordinated, community based approaches.
It may be particularly useful for those considering how single entry point models, local partnerships and community connectors can support prevention in rural and remote communities.
Related resource
Learn more about Wellness my Way and the approach to connecting South West Queensland communities with prevention support.
- Read the Wellness my Way Pilot Implementation Evaluation Report
- Find out more about Wellness my Way
