Social Prescriber Resource and Support

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Welcome to Village Surgery Social Prescriber resource and support page. Hear you can find helpful tools to support and educate patients to make proactive and positive decisions with regards to their social needs. 

Events / News and updates will be shared to this page so keep an eye out. 

Village Surgery Social Prescriber

Hi. My name is Helen and I am your Social Prescriber at Village Surgery. 

Social Prescribing is a holistic approach to healthcare that connects patients with non-medical services and community resources to improve their overall health and well-being. It recognises that good health is influenced by various social factors such as lifestyle, environment, and community support.

With a Social Prescriber you can get support with any non-medical issues. These include:

  • Benefits advice (including PIP)
  • Housing and homelessness
  • Drugs/Alcohol support
  • Smoking cessation
  • Exercise and healthy lifestyles
  • Food poverty
  • Debt advice

From finding local support groups to suggesting activities that promote mental and physical health, I am here to help you explore opportunities to enhance your overall health and well-being.

What is Social Prescribing? | NASP

Please speak to a member of staff if you would like to make an appointment with me. Let's work together to empower you to thrive in every aspect of your well-being.

Best wishes,

Helen 

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Good Neighbour Volunteer

Are you a Derby resident aged 18 and over? Could you spare some time to give someone a helping hand?
If the answer is yes, why not join our team of Good Neighbours!

Good Neighbours are volunteers who assist local people regularly on a short or long term basis with a range of simple tasks.

We need Good Neighbours to help with:
• Food Shopping
• Checking in on neighbours and having a chat
• Collecting prescriptions
• Light gardening
• Transporting people to medical appointments
• Dog walking
 
Perks and Benefits
Create long lasting connections with your neighbours • Become part of a fabulous volunteer team • Make new friends • Give back to your community
 
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Derby county offers a wonderful support programme through its Health & Wellbeing team.

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Derby City Life Links provides a wellness and mental health recovery service tailored to meet your needs.

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🌿 Reconnect, Restore, and Thrive with Hannah Fields Derby

At Village Surgery, we believe in a holistic approach to health—one that nurtures both mind and body, while also caring for our environment. That's why we’re proud to support the Hannah Fields Derby initiative: a nature-based community project designed to support those facing social isolation, low mood, or simply looking to find peace, purpose, and connection in the great outdoors.

Through Hannah Fields Derby, patients can:

  • 🌱 Take part in gentle, guided gardening and conservation activities

  • 🧘‍♀️ Experience the calming power of outdoor mindfulness and nature walks

  • 🗣 Reconnect with others in a safe, inclusive, and non-clinical setting

  • 🌍 Learn sustainable, eco-friendly practices that benefit both wellbeing and the planet

This green social prescribing resource is perfect for anyone who may feel disconnected, anxious, or simply in need of something uplifting. Whether you're building confidence, regaining routine, or just enjoying the fresh air, Hannah Fields is a nurturing space where healing happens naturally.

At Village Surgery, we’re committed to supporting environmental sustainability and promoting opportunities that bring our community together with nature. We warmly encourage you to get involved, take that first step outdoors, and discover the wellbeing benefits of Hannah Fields.

Together, let’s grow stronger—one field, one breath, one connection at a time.

Page last reviewed: 01 August 2025
Page created: 10 May 2024