Join The University of Manchester to explore how social prescribing can equitably support health and wellbeing.
Social prescribing for mental health needs and long-term health conditions have been proven to improve health and wellbeing, especially for those on low income, with lower educational attainment and those who live alone or without children.
However, not all people who are referred go on to engage with support and activities provided in their community. Research from The University of Manchester has evaluated the impact of the national roll out of social prescribing link workers, analysing how these services are organised and delivered. How can the government ensure social prescribing works effectively and equitably? And how can link workers be used to ensure that areas with the highest need receive the resource allocation they need?
Speakers:
- Paul Wilson, Professor of Primary Care and Health Services Research
- Anna Wilding, Research Fellow in Health Economics
- Chaired by Arpana Verma, Clinical Professor of Public Health and Epidemiology
Registration and light lunch from 12.30pm.
To register email: [email protected] with your name, job title, organisation, and any dietary or access requirements or support needs.