Green social prescribing is a practice that involves prescribing nature-based interventions or activities as part of a patient's treatment plan to improve their physical and mental health. These interventions may include outdoor physical activities, gardening, nature walks, or other nature-based experiences.
The concept of social prescribing recognises that health is influenced by a range of social, environmental, and lifestyle factors, and seeks to address these factors as part of a holistic approach to healthcare. Green social prescribing takes this a step further by recognising the health benefits of nature and incorporating it into the treatment plan.
Studies have shown that green social prescribing can have a positive impact on mental health, physical health, and social well-being. It can also promote a sense of community and social connectedness by bringing people together to engage in nature-based activities.
Overall, green social prescribing represents a promising approach to healthcare that focuses on prevention and addresses the root causes of illness, rather than just treating symptoms.
Can you support green social prescribing?
If you are a group or charity in Bassetlaw that offers nature based activities and can offer a social prescribing pathway please check that you are listed on our directory by clicking HERE. If you are not listed, you can submit your organisation HERE.