Age UK Islington - Insight
Age UK Islington is commissioned by the NHS to deliver Navigation and Social Prescribing Link Work Services. These articles aim to give an insight into the work of the teams, distinct differences in the type of support they provide and also in who they provide this for. Also how they work alongside and with NHS teams.
The services work as part of the Age UK Islington team that offers information and guidance and one-to-one support for Islington residents struggling with day-to-day issues.
See how to refer to these services, please click here.
Insight - September
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Reflections on the NHS Long Term Plan
Michael o'Dwyer, Head of Services - Personalised Care and Support at Age UK Islington reflects on what comes next for Social Prescribing Link Workers and Navigation Case Workers beyond the end of the NHS Long Term Plan.
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Rebuilding hope, despite ill health and a lack of mobility
Age UK Islington Navigator, Jenny helped Tony who is in his late 30s to engage with support and to regain hope for the future.
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Self management of health conditions
Age UK Islington Social Prescribers host information sessions together with London Met Dietician Students to help reduce the risk of health conditions