Social Prescribing Advisor

Social Prescribing is a non-medical programme designed to help people with a wide range of social, emotional or practical needs.

This may include those who may be;

• Wanting to change their lifestyle e.g. giving up smoking or losing weight
• Social or mental health problems as a result of living with a longterm health condition

Elwyn Jones is our Social Prescribing Advisor. This means that his training is geared towards motivation/behaviour change and he can support you to improve your health and wellbeing. He will spend time listening to your main concerns and help you to connect with further support, groups and activities that can help support you with your goals. Elwyn can offer support for 3-6 months, helping you to develop an achievable plan that works for you. He is trained in Motivational Interviewing and is a qualified Health Coach, he has worked in various contexts supporting people to improve their lives.

If you would like to book an appointment with Elwyn please call the practice and ask for a telephone appointment with him.

Click on the link below for more information about Social Prescribing

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