European Perspective on How Social Prescribing Can Facilitate Health and Social Integrated Care in the Community

Abstract

Social Prescribing is a mechanism by which primary care team members can refer patients to community groups to improve their health and well-being. It integrates health, social care, and community, allowing patients to actively improve their health and well-being by participating in community initiatives and activities. These activities have traditionally been part of community life in European countries, and the benefits need to be consistently recognized.

Keywords

• social prescribing
• integrated care
• primary care
• community
• needs
• assets