Additional Roles

Additional Roles

Working together with out community to improve health & well-being

Social Prescriber

A Social Prescriber Link Worker  is a professional who acts as a bridge between healthcare providers and community services.

Our Social Prescriber Link Worker is here to support patients who have been referred to social prescribing services by helping them access non-clinical resources that can improve their health and well-being. Here are some key responsibilities of a Social Prescriber:

  • Personalised Support: They provide one-on-one support to understand the patient’s individual needs, preferences, and goals.

  • Assessment and Planning: They conduct thorough assessments to identify the social, emotional, and practical needs of the patient. They then create a personalised plan to address these needs.

  • Connecting to Services: Social Prescribers connect patients with community resources, such as exercise programs, social clubs, educational courses, or support groups.

  • Follow-up and Monitoring: They monitor the patient’s progress, providing ongoing support and making adjustments to the plan as needed.

  • Empowerment and Motivation: They help patients build confidence and motivation to engage in activities that can improve their health and well-being.

  • Collaboration: They work closely with the practice clinical team, community organisations, and other stakeholders to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care.

By addressing the broader determinants of health, Social Prescribers play a crucial role in improving patient outcomes, reducing the burden on healthcare systems, and enhancing the quality of life for individuals.

Care Coordinator

A care coordinator helps patients get the healthcare they need. They make sure everything runs smoothly by organising appointments and talking to different doctors and nurses.

What Does a Care Coordinator Do?

Understand Patient Needs:

    * Learn about the patient’s health and what they need.

    * Create a plan to help them get better.

Organises Care:

    * Schedule doctor visits and treatments.

    * Make sure all healthcare providers know what’s going on.

Communicate:

    * Be the main contact for patients, families, and doctors.

    * Share important updates with everyone involved.

Support and Educate:

    * Teach patients and families about health conditions and treatments.

    * Help patients get the best care possible.

Finds Resources:

    * Connect patients with community services and support.

    * Help with insurance and healthcare system questions.

Other Services

    • Child Immunisations

      Child Immunisations

      All children will be invited for regular immunisations from eight weeks old.

    • Additional Services

      Additional Services

      Additional services are also available at Heath Street Health Centre.

    • Diabetes Reviews

      Diabetes Reviews

      The Practice offers advice and support for patients diagnosed as having type 1 or type 2 diabetes.