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KMID : 1138720210470020001
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Korean Public Health Research
2021 Volume.47 No. 2 p.1 ~ p.15
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Introduction and the workings of Social Prescribing in England: around the case of Kingston upon Thames
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Kang Mi-Hwa
Yoon Kyoo-Tak
Nam Eun-Woo
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Abstract
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Objective: The paper examines the background and the workings of social prescribing in England. The purpose of this study is to identify the effectiveness of the scheme and to navigate the feasibility of its introduction in Korea.
Methods: For the purpose of the study, the secondary data review method is used which is complimented by the case study.
Results: The findings suggest that there was strong support from the Department of Health for the introduction of social prescribing, this was designed particularly for people suffering from long-term illness or chronic health conditions, mental health, loneliness, and complex social needs. Social prescribing in which link workers play a significant role, is now in regional level operation orchestrated by NHS England. Furthermore, from the case study on social prescribing in the Kingston-upon-Thames area, it was identified that the Primary Care Network was launched to realise the NHS Long Term Plan on the 1st July 2019 and there are five PCNs in the area with its own Clinical Director.
Conclusion: Social prescribing in Kingston is taking a holistic approach under ‘Connected Kingston’ and assists its residents in finding local activities and services to enable them to stay happy, healthy and connected so they could ultimately improve their quality of life.
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KEYWORD
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Social Prescribing, NHS, PCN, United Kingdom, Linkworker
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