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Social prescribing - has anyone used the service?

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I've noticed a few people talking about a newish service from the NHS called Social prescribing which sounds like it could be of a lot of use to us autists.

https://www.england.nhs.uk/personalisedcare/social-prescribing/

There do seem many areas which cover autistic needs:

Social prescribing is an all-age, whole population approach that works particularly well for people who:

- have one or more long term conditions
- who need support with low level mental health issues
- who are lonely or isolated
- who have complex social needs which affect their wellbeing.

Has anyone found this service to be offered locally? I would be interested in hearing your feedback on whether the staff are knowledgable about autism and if they have the resources to offer a meaningful service.

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  • Following fractures of various body parts over the last few years and more, the NHS hospital physiotherapist offered referral to gym membership at the local leisure centre, complete with personal trainer. This was to be free of charge for I think 3 months, and then could continue at a reduced rate. I didn’t hear the words ‘social prescribing’ used in relation to the offer, and I don’t know if Northern Ireland has this option. I didn’t take up the offer as I find gyms noisy and boring. I much prefer being outside in the fresh air.

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  • Following fractures of various body parts over the last few years and more, the NHS hospital physiotherapist offered referral to gym membership at the local leisure centre, complete with personal trainer. This was to be free of charge for I think 3 months, and then could continue at a reduced rate. I didn’t hear the words ‘social prescribing’ used in relation to the offer, and I don’t know if Northern Ireland has this option. I didn’t take up the offer as I find gyms noisy and boring. I much prefer being outside in the fresh air.

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