Social Prescribing offers a range of non-clinical interventions that promote wellbeing and self-care. Many health conditions are not purely bio-medical in origin but have broader social determinants: social prescribing signposts people to social solutions for regaining and maintaining their own wellness and can meet social, emotional or even practical needs affecting their health and wellbeing. Social prescribing can be a preferred choice of treatment or act as a complement to medical treatments.
Social Prescribing can benefit those experiencing either/both physical and mental health problems.
Benefits of Social Prescribing Interventions:
The social prescribing model involves being seen by a social prescribing link worker who will work with you to connect you to relevant activities, groups and services in your community.
Social prescribing is available for anyone over the age of 16 registered with a GP practice in St Helens. You can book an appointment with a social prescriber through your GP practice.
St Helens also has a range of social prescribing services which anyone in the borough can access, and most are free of charge. For example, Creative Alternatives is classed as an arts on prescription service that a link worker may refer or signpost you towards.
Here you will find some useful links for what’s available in St Helens:
The Live Well Directory for Liverpool City Region
Books to support your health and wellbeing | St Helens Borough Council
