Social Prescribing is recognising that people’s health and wellbeing are determined mostly by a range of social, economic, and environmental factors. It seeks to address people’s needs in a holistic way. It also aims to support individuals to take greater control of their own health. 

Our Social Prescribers can: 

• Support you to make positive changes in your life
• Help with housing, benefits and financial problems
• Refer/signpost you to community organisations such as support groups and creative activities
• Support you to communicate and/or identify barriers
• Listen and give you the time you need to talk
• Provide advice on jobs, training and education
• Research the relevant support available to you
• Advocate to help make sure your views are listened to and voice is heard

Some of the health benefits of Social Prescribing are: 

• Lower stress and anxiety
• Reduced isolation and/or loneliness
• More motivation and energy
• Improved mood
• More confidence
• Reduced pain
• Fewer symptoms.

If your health is suffering due to wider social needs such as unemployment, stress, debt, loneliness, housing problems, drug or alcohol problems, rather than medical issues, booking an appointment with our Social Prescriber could help improve your health and wellbeing. 

Our Social Prescribers

Helen Blackburn