This project arose when our Trustees suggested setting up a series of discussion/consultation groups on a number of important issues facing the VCFSE sector.
The aim was to bring together member groups and other parties/agencies involved in each issue for informal ’round table’ type discussions overseen by Preston Community Network.
This would hopefully see any particular issues raised being brought to the attention of all members of the group and then to action any suggestions with a view to making a concrete difference by advocating actual change to remedy problem areas.
Current Groups
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Purpose/role of the group:
To encourage joint working across third sector organisations and statutory services in Preston with the aim of reducing the impact of poverty and increasing awareness and uptake.
Next Meeting: October 2 (Online)
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Purpose/role of the group:
To encourage joint working across third sector organisations and statutory services in Preston with the aim of improving the effectiveness of social prescribing and health services.
Next Meeting: September 28 (Room A – Preston Town Hall)
What is social prescribing?
Social prescribing is a key component of Universal Personalised Care. It is an approach that connects people to activities, groups, and services in their community to meet the practical, social and emotional needs that affect their health and wellbeing.
More info can be found here: https://www.england.nhs.uk/personalisedcare/social-prescribing/
What does a Social Prescriber Do?