See External Resources for links to the cost of living support offers in each of the NCL boroughs.

What activities are included in social prescribing?

Social prescribing is about helping people find ways to improve their health and wellbeing by linking them up with what’s going on in their local area. The types of activities included in social prescribing are varied, but often include:

• art classes
• singing classes
• gardening groups
• faith groups
• volunteering and employment support
• walking groups.

How to connect patients with social prescribing schemes

For patients who have non-clinical needs but need support identifying the community services that are right for them, they can be referred to their local social prescribing link worker (also known as navigators). 

Social prescribing link workers spend time with patients to identify their needs, preferences and wellbeing goals, and then support them in accessing community services. Anyone can link patients with community services and patients are also able to self-refer.

More information about social prescribing can be found on the NHS England website.

Area specific guidance for Barnet

See Downloads for the Barnet Community Navigation guide which highlights key services, what they offer and how to introduce (refer) a resident.

For any queries (patients and healthcare professionals), contact:
e: nclicb.barnetsocialprescribing@nhs.net