Social Prescribing: What is it and how to self-refer
Lots of things can affect our health. And not all of them are medical.
Money worries, problems at work, trouble at home or feeling lonely can all affect how we feel. But it can be hard to know where to turn for help.
That’s where social prescribing can help.
What is Social Prescribing?
Social Prescribing Link Workers (also called Community Link Workers) are part of the NHS. They’re here to listen and help you find the right support.
They can talk with you about what’s going on, what matters to you and what you’d like help with. They can then help you find local groups, services and activities that may help.
It’s one way the NHS looks at your health as a whole. Sometimes, the right help isn’t medical.
These videos tell you more about how it works.
Self-refer to Social Prescribing
This service is run by Newcastle GP Services (NGPS) for patients at Dilston Medical Practice.
NGPS is a separate NHS team that works with GP practices across Newcastle. The team is part of the NHS, and their support is free.
What you tell them is kept private, just as it is when you speak to our practice team. They also work with us, so their support can fit in with your care at the practice.
You can contact the NGPS Social Prescribing Team yourself. You don’t need to see a GP first. Just fill in the form below.
Please do not use this form to ask for medical help.