Social Prescribing in Alberta: A Prescription for Change

Aug 1, 2024

Healthy Aging Alberta’s Social Prescribing for Older Adults Program is currently supporting 10 regional social prescribing demonstration projects across Alberta.

Social Prescribing in Alberta: A Prescription for Change - Client Stories

Aug 1, 2024

In this video, you'll hear from older adults across Alberta about how social prescribing is positively impacting and enhancing their wellbeing.

United Way BC Social Prescribing Program

Mar 13, 2024

United Way BC is marking Social Prescribing Day on March 14th by shining a light on the Social Prescribing program, which plays a crucial role in linking seniors to community programs and resources to address their unmet needs.

United Way BC's Social Prescribing Program Explained

Apr 29, 2024

Discover how United Way British Columbia, alongside community partners, is spearheading the expansion of the Social Prescribing program, linking older adults with vital community services to enhance their health and wellbeing.

Ray's Story - Community Health Centres of Northumberland County, Ontario

Oct 24, 2024

Ray shares how his world has opened up since being referred by his nurse practitioner to the many local programs offered for older adults aged 55+. From isolation to connection, explore social prescribing opportunities for older adults through Ray’s story. 

Vicki's Story- Community Health Centres of Northumberland County, Ontario

Oct 2, 2024

Vicki shares her experience of living with diabetes and her involvement with the Community Health Centres of Northumberland's Diabetes Clinic. Building her community from the ground up, explore the CHCN Community Food Market and associated volunteering opportunities through Vicki’s story.

Michelle's Story- Community Health Centres of Northumberland County, Ontario

Sept 30, 2024

With a focus on mental health and wellness, explore community-centred primary healthcare and a sense of belonging through Michelle’s story.

Cultivating Connections: Social Prescribing in Ontario, Seaway Valley Community Health Centre

Oct 26, 2023

Social prescribing helps the clients at the Seaway Valley Community Health Centre reach their health and wellness goals in a more holistic way.

Social Prescribing in Ontario: Link Workers at the Lakeshore Community Nurse Practitioner-led Clinic

Dec 11, 2023

What is a Link Worker? Link Workers are facilitators when it comes to social prescribing and can work in a medical practice, a community organization, or a health system. They work closely with their community, getting to know them and understanding their needs and aspirations so they can refer them to relevant, local, non-clinical services.

Cultivating Connections: Social Prescribing in Ontario, TAIBU Community Health Centre

Feb 21, 2024

Check out what social prescribing looks like at TAIBU Community Health Centre. TAIBU is  dedicated to addressing systemic barriers and providing essential healthcare to Black-identifying individuals throughout Scarborough and the Greater Toronto Area.

Hamilton/Niagara Community Health Centre, Ontario Social Prescribing 

May 8, 2024

Cultivating Connections: Social Prescribing in Ontario, Hamilton/Niagara Community Health Centre.

Social Prescribing in Saskatchewan

Aug 3, 2024

Describes what social prescribing is and how SSM is introducing it in Saskatchewan. Hear from a retired physician with much experience, a medical student who is excited about social prescribing and a practicing family physician who sees the benefits for herself and her patients.