Social prescribing link workers connect people to community-based support, including activities and services that meet practical, social, and emotional needs affecting their health and wellbeing. This includes connecting people to statutory services for example housing, financial and welfare advice.
Social prescribing link workers work collaboratively across the health and care system, targeting populations with greatest need and risk of health inequalities. They collaborate with partners to identify gaps in provision and support community offers to be accessible and sustainable.