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Vancouver Island Mental Health Society
Nanaimo doctors hoping Social prescribing can help provide ‘the connection cure’
Nanaimo doctors hoping Social prescribing can help provide ‘the connection cure’
Nanaimo doctors hoping Social prescribing can help provide ‘the connection cure’
Saturday 8th March 2025
Discover how social prescribing is changing healthcare by connecting patients with community activities to improve well-being.
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Episode Overview
- Social prescribing connects patients with community activities to address non-medical needs.
- It aims to shift healthcare focus from 'what's the matter with you' to 'what matters to you'.
- Examples include art classes, cooking workshops, and exercise groups.
- This approach can reduce healthcare pressures and improve overall well-being.
- Nanaimo's program is showing positive results and expanding.
Social prescribing comes from the idea that healthcare issues are driven by things in our environment, like stress and loneliness.
Ever wondered how doctors can prescribe something other than pills and potions? In this episode of People First Radio, New York-based journalist and author Julia Hotz dives into the concept of social prescribing. Hotz discusses how healthcare professionals in Nanaimo are now able to refer patients aged 55 and older to community activities instead of just medical treatments. This innovative approach is designed to tackle health issues stemming from social factors like loneliness and inactivity.
Hotz shares her experiences and insights on how social prescribing is transforming healthcare by focusing on what matters to patients rather than what's the matter with them. With examples from around the world, including a touching story from Toronto, Hotz highlights the positive impacts of connecting people with activities that promote well-being. If you're curious about how art classes, cooking workshops, or even a simple walk in the park can be a game-changer for health, this episode is a must-listen.