- This provision helps connect members with vital health and social care services, ensuring they receive the practical, emotional, and community support to enhance their overall well-being.
- Coordination with NHS Services:
Social prescribers help members navigate the complexities of the NHS, assisting with referrals to medical professionals, specialists, or treatment programs. They support members by guiding them through healthcare options, scheduling appointments, and providing follow-up care, ensuring they receive timely and appropriate healthcare services. - Access to Social Services Support:
Assists with accessing social services like housing support, disability benefits, and family care. Volunteers work closely with members to understand their needs and offer guidance on applying for and managing social services, ensuring they get the required help. - Linking Members with Local Support Resources:
Connects members with local resources such as food banks, wellness programs, and community centres. Social prescribers ensure members can easily access support services in their area, providing information on various programs that offer practical assistance, social engagement, and emotional support. - This service integrates health and social care aspects, ensuring members’ needs are met holistically, in line with Easier Life Timebank’s values.
3 Examples - Social Prescribers
Example 1: Coordination with NHS Services
Offer: I support members navigating NHS services to ensure they receive appropriate and timely healthcare.
Details:
- Assist with referrals to doctors, specialists, and treatment programs based on individual needs.
- Help schedule and organize medical appointments, offering follow-up guidance to track progress.
- Provide members with clear information on available NHS options, such as mental health services, chronic illness management, or routine health check-ups.
Availability:
Weekdays, 10 am–4 pm, for in-person or virtual assistance.Credentials:
Background in healthcare administration with experience in patient advocacy and referrals.
Example 2: Access to Social Services Support
Offer: I help members access essential social services, including housing, disability benefits, and family care resources.
Details:
- Guide members through housing support, financial benefits, or care package application processes.
- Assist with understanding eligibility criteria and completing required documentation.
- Provide follow-up assistance to ensure members receive the services they need.
Availability:
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1–3 hours per session, in-person or over the phone.Credentials:
Experienced in working with local social service providers and understanding public benefit systems.
Example 3: Linking Members with Local Support Resources
Offer: I connect members with local resources like food banks, wellness programs, and community centres to provide practical and emotional support.
Details:
- Share information about local programs that address food insecurity, wellness, and social engagement.
- Facilitate connections with support groups, including mental health or caregiver support networks.
- Guide on accessing low-cost or free resources to enhance members' quality of life.
Availability:
Flexible weekday mornings or Saturday afternoons, 1–2 hours per session.Credentials:
Certified community resource specialist with a focus on holistic care and social integration.
These examples illustrate how social prescribers can bridge the gap between members and essential services, ensuring their health and social care needs are met compassionately and Krishna-consciously.
