Social prescribing: equitable and effective health and wellbeing support

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?

When: Tuesday, 28 January 2025, 1:00pm – 2:30pm (with registration and light lunch from 12.30pm)

Where: The University of Manchester (room confirmed on registration)

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

To register: email policy@manchester.ac.uk with your name, job title, organisation, and any dietary or access requirements or support needs.