What is it?
Social Prescribing focuses on tackling the social factors that impact health and well-being by connecting residents of Islington to non-medical support available within the borough.
Many individuals discuss non-medical issues with their GPs and other healthcare providers simply because they are unsure where to seek help. These concerns may include social isolation, mental health, financial difficulties, housing challenges, employment, access to exercise opportunities, and volunteering options. If these issues are not addressed, they can have a detrimental effect on an individual’s overall health and well-being.
What can service users expect
When a referral is made to the service, a dedicated Social Prescriber will work with the client to assess their needs and identify the appropriate local support. Our team is committed to providing a welcoming environment where individuals can discuss their concerns comfortably and privately.
We aim to contact clients in need of support within a reasonable timeframe. However, during periods of high demand, we will inform you of an estimated waiting time.
Please note, this is not an emergency service.
Our Key Objectives
Prevention:
By addressing broader social factors that impact health and well-being, we aim to prevent the onset of related complications that can arise when these factors are not addressed.
Self-Care:
We empower residents to take an active role in their own health and well-being by helping them understand the local social support available and building their confidence in accessing these resources.
Personalisation and Collaborative Working:
We focus on enhancing the local support available through a person-centred approach to health and well-being. This is achieved by encouraging residents to collaborate with healthcare providers to plan tailored interventions.
Accessing Social Prescribing
The Social Prescribing service is available to all individuals registered with our practice; you will need to be referred by a member of the practice team. If you would like to be referred, please call the practice or submit an online consultation.
