Improving Well-being Beyond Medical Care
At Eric Moore Partnership Medical Practice, we recognise that health and well-being are influenced by more than just physical symptoms. Social prescribing is a holistic approach that connects patients with community-based support services to help improve their overall quality of life. Whether you are feeling lonely, stressed, or struggling with life’s challenges, our social prescribing service can help you find the resources and activities that work best for you.
Have you heard about Social Prescribing?
The purpose of the service is to work together with your GP or other medical staff to support you if you feel you may have any underlying social issues that are affecting your mental health or general mood.
What is Social Prescribing?
Social prescribing is a personalised service that helps patients access non-clinical support to address social, emotional, or practical challenges affecting their health. Instead of relying solely on medical interventions, social prescribing empowers individuals to take control of their health by engaging in activities and services tailored to their needs.
Some of the issues that the service can support with whilst working with your medical team are:Social Issues affecting physical or mental health, Social Isolation, Bereavement, Domestic Abuse, Housing Issues, Employment/Training, LGBTQ+, Caring ResponsibilitiesDrugs/AlcoholPain Managemen also include activities such as exercise classes, hobby groups, volunteering opportunities, financial advice, or counseling, all aimed at enhancing your overall well-being.
How to Access Social Prescribing
The next step will be to make an appointment with the Social Prescribing Link Worker (Louise). You can do this directly with the reception team. Your GP or Medical Practitioner may also suggest you could benefit from an appointment.
At your appointment, Louise will be able to take the time to listen and together work out what is important to you and devise a plan to help you. Referrals or signposting will then be made to the most suitable services or groups that could benefit you the most. These services may include statutory groups (e.g. counselling services) along with local community interest groups.
Whilst you’re waiting to attend your chosen service or within the first few weeks of attending the services, further appointments will be offered to you with Louise. This will help to decide if the service you have been referred to continues to be suitable or whether further referrals are needed.
Supporting Your Health Journey Holistically
At Eric Moore Partnership Medical Practice, we believe that health care should address the whole person—not just physical symptoms. Social prescribing is an innovative way to support your health and happiness by connecting you with meaningful resources in your community.
Contact us today to learn more about social prescribing or to book an appointment with our Social Prescribing Link Worker. Let us help you take the first step toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.