Why Choose Social Prescribing?
Not every issue can be solved with medicine alone. Social Prescribing offers support for challenges that aren’t strictly medical — helping individuals connect with the right services, support networks, and community resources.
It’s about taking a more complete view of health, empowering people to find solutions, build confidence, and feel more in control alongside any clinical care they may be receiving.
How Does Social Prescribing Work?
A Social Prescriber will take the time to listen and understand what matters to you. Together, you’ll explore the options and support available, using a holistic, person-centred approach.
The aim is to support you in managing your health and wellbeing in a way that feels right for you — not just treating symptoms, but addressing the wider factors that impact your quality of life.
Meet Your Social Prescribing Team
At our surgery, we have a dedicated team ready to support you:
- Laura Bosworth: Senior Social Prescribing Link Worker
- Suzanne Bratt: Social Prescribing Link Worker
- Charlotte Nash: Social Prescribing Link Worker
They each bring experience, and a compassionate approach to helping you find the right support. Whether you're facing social isolation, financial concerns, emotional challenges, or just need a helping hand to access local services, our team is here for you.
Support We Can Help You Access:
- Befriending services, social groups, and local activities
- Mental wellbeing and bereavement support
- Advice on money and benefits
- Help with housing or social care needs
- Support with independent living
- Volunteering or employment opportunities
- Healthy lifestyle and fitness resources
- Help for carers and links to specialist services
- Reducing loneliness and social isolation