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The Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing (CISP) is a national collaborative that works with stakeholders across the country to connect people and practices, foster knowledge, build evidence, and influence policies to strengthen health and community care systems.
We are committed to building and celebrating social prescribing that prioritizes health equity, community leadership, and collaboration.
A global movement
CISP is part of a global movement of people bringing community capacity and healthcare services closer together by directly addressing the social determinants of health, from loneliness and social isolation to racism and ageism to income and housing and much more.
Voices of Social Prescribing
The value in social prescribing is best demonstrated by amplifying the voices of those currently involved in the practice. Bridgeable has captured some of their stories through a video reflection series. Hear the perspectives of healthcare providers, link workers and community partners below.
Health Care Providers
Social prescribing enables healthcare providers to refer people to local, non-clinical services, including community and social services.
Link Workers
Link workers (also known as community connectors, navigators, coordinators, and other titles) are a crucial component of social prescribing.
Community Partners
Cross-sectoral community partners hail from the volunteer and community sectors, and aim to improve individuals' physical and mental health.
CISP is an intersectoral collaboration initiative of the Canadian Red Cross.
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