Social Prescribing Team visits on 5th and 19th August 2026
Social prescribing in Surrey is a free NHS and council-backed service where link workers connect patients to non-medical, community-based support. It addresses holistic needs like loneliness, debt, housing stress, or physical inactivity by guiding individuals to local groups, charities, and practical resources.
How It Works:
Link Workers: Professionals take time to listen and figure out what matters most to you rather than just treating medical symptoms.
Access: Available via local GP surgeries, primary care networks, and select local pilots (such as at the Royal Surrey County Hospital).
Support Areas: Assistance covers mental health, physical activity, debt/benefits advice, independent living, and meeting new people.
Who Provides It
Local Councils & Boroughs: Organizations like Surrey Heath Borough Council operate dedicated local schemes.
Published on 6 August 2026