Whether you’re employed by a VCSE organisation or a Primary Care Network (PCN), it’s important that all Link Workers share experiences, seek advice and support, and continue to develop and learn in your ever-changing role.
Whether you’re employed by a VCSE organisation or a Primary Care Network (PCN), it’s important that all Link Workers share experiences, seek advice and support, and continue to develop and learn in your ever-changing role.
Lianna Martin is the London Regional Learning Coordinator for SP – NHS England.
In her role Lianna supports Link Workers across London through peer support networks and also sharing learning opportunities.
The National Association of Link Workers (NALW) provides a range of support, professional development and training, and resources to support Link Workers.
Please note NALW is a paid membership organisation.
There are Link Worker forums running in many London boroughs to support partnership working and share local knowledge and experiences.
Croydon Link Worker Forum
Contact Sarah Burns – Croydon Voluntary Action
Hosting a huge amount of advice, guidance and resources, the national NHS platform for Link Workers includes a regular programme of webinars, and a very active Forum for Link Workers across the country to share best practice and information.
London Plus has joined forces with the GLA (Greater London Authority) to set up a Social Prescribing Network to strengthen the role of the VCSE sector in delivering social prescribing activities across London.
This national network shares research, reports and useful information, and runs regular conferences, awards and events. Also includes special interest groups and regional networks.
This national network is specifically focused upon using social prescribing to support children, young people and families.
Provides regular updates, resources, youth social prescribing events and other benefits.
