Our social prescribers help patients to get the right support with links with a range of local, non-medical activities, opportunities and community support that can improve your health and help you to ‘live life to the full’. Many different patients will be referred to social prescribing link workers, they include:
- People with long-term conditions
- Low level mental health issues
- Those who feel lonely or isolated
Link workers also help people with complex social needs.
Generally, patients speak with a link worker 6-12 times over a three month period. The link worker will connect them with activities, groups, and services in their community. This is for practical and emotional support to help them get back on their feet.
