Milford and District Resource Centre is proud to support Social Prescribing Day on Wednesday, 19th March at The Gallowglass Community Centre Milford from 2-4pm with a drop in information session.
Social Prescribing Day is an annual celebration recognising the people, organisations, and communities that make social prescribing possible. This day raises awareness about the service, how it works, and its impact on individual lives.
What is Social Prescribing?
Social Prescribing is a free service for adults over 18 years old, offered by the HSE and its partners, which enhances well-being by connecting individuals with local non-medical support. It is particularly beneficial for those experiencing social isolation, loneliness, or chronic and long-term health conditions.
A Social Prescribing Link Worker helps individuals access a range of activities and services tailored to their needs, including but not limited to, exercise groups, arts and creative programmes, gardening projects, and community support networks. This approach empowers people to take control of their health by focusing on what matters to them rather than what is the matter with them.
Referrals to local Social Prescribing Link worker, Lesley Newberry, can come from a variety of sources, including: GP, Nurses, other Health and Social care professionals, Community Mental Health team, older people’s services, community and voluntary sector organisations, or by self-referral.
To make a referral or to self–refer, contact Lesley directly on 0892157232 or by email at lesley@mdrc.ie
