Social Prescribing and Link Working – implementation in community, primary care and hospitals
Social prescribing is an innovative approach to systematically address health-related, non-medical concerns. Social prescribing has its starting point in primary care, where staff are sensitised to these concerns and refer patients to so-called specialists with a link-working function if there is a corresponding need. These specialists work with patients to identify their needs and resources and, where appropriate, refer them to community services.
In a webinar series organised by the WHO Collaborating Centre for Health Promotion in Hospitals and Health Services at the Austrian National Public Health Institute in cooperation with the WHO Regional Office for Europe, the National Academy for Social Prescribing, and the International Social Prescribing Collaborative, the question of whether and how social prescribing can also be introduced in hospitals or the community will be explored. What are the commonalities and differences in implementation in different settings?
International experts share their experience and lay the foundation for an interactive discussion with the participants.
The webinar on link working and implementing social prescribing in community, primary care and hospital settings will give you the opportunity to learn more about the practical aspects of link working. Don't miss it!
Aims and content of the webinar:
- Learning about the implementation of link working in each setting
- Understanding the various challenges faced in each setting
- Describing the implementation of Link Working within each respective setting and identifying the responsible parties
- Outlining the qualifications or training required for individuals engaged in this role
Speaker:
- Mafaten Chaouali – WHO Regional Office for Europe
- Monica Boulton – National Academy for Social Prescribing
- Nils Fietje – WHO Regional Office for Europe
- Kate Mulligan – Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing
- Louise Brennan – Mercer’s Institute for Successful Ageing (MISA)
- Daniela Rojatz – Austrian National Public Health Institute
