Social Prescribing for PCNs
We are experts in providing Social Prescribing Link Workers, Children’s Health and Wellbeing Navigators, Community Navigators, and Care Coordinators, offering a professional, high quality, impact measured, insured and managed solution exceeding NHS standards.
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What is social prescribing?
Social Prescribing is an approach that connects people to activities, groups and services in their community to meet the practical, social, and emotional needs that affect their health and wellbeing.
Social Prescribers, also known as Link Workers, listen to people, focusing on a ‘what matters to me’ approach to coproduce personalised support plans, supporting people to take control of their health and wellbeing.
19 PCNs
Involve partner with 19 PCNs and provide over 50 staff through the Additional Role Reimbursement Scheme (ARRs).
92%
PCN re-contract rate, demonstrating high satisfaction and consistent renewal.
13%
Average reduction in GP appointments for patients supported by Involve services.
43%
Reduction in loneliness.
12%
Reduction in A&E attendances.
23.3%
Decrease in anxiety.
23.2%
Average increase in wellbeing (ONS Wellbeing Measure).
68.2%
Of people supported have a long-term health condition or disability, targeting those with the greatest need.
Fully insured & managed
We handle HR, payroll, clinical supervision, performance management, and indemnity.
IG compliant
With HSCN/N3, VPNs and direct EMIS/Vision access for robust, secure data sharing.
Why Choose Involve?
1. Proven Impact & Outcomes
- Outcome focused approach with robust impact measurement – quarterly bespoke reports show improved patient wellbeing in addition to outcomes and outputs
- 80% of our health is determined by social factors (loneliness, housing, finances, lifestyle etc). Our Link Workers tackle these underlying issues to reduce strain on clinical services
- Significant improvements: 23.2% average increase in wellbeing, 18.68% improved problem-solving, 74 more minutes of physical activity per person weekly
2. Professional, Fully Managed Service
- Link Workers, Community Navigators, Children’s Health & Wellbeing Navigators, Care Coordinators, and Health Coaches employed by Involve with all HR and liability covered
- Induction, training (including motivational interviewing, safeguarding), clinical supervision, and performance management in line with the NHS Competency Framework
- Access to our Information Officer for referrals into 1,200+ local groups and charities
3. Quality & Compliance
- IG compliant organisation with secure lines and VPNs for staff, ensuring access to EMIS, Vision, and Vision 360
- Policies and processes meet NHS standards, including safeguarding, risk management, and complex case support with multi-agency involvement
- Comprehensive data reporting on both patient outcomes and system impact (e.g. reduced GP attendance)
4. Tailored Support for Your Community
- Public Health Management pilots targeting specific cohorts (diabetes, COPD, Long Covid)
- Our holistic approach addresses cost-of-living pressures, mental health, and isolation – vital for long-term condition management
- Flexible working arrangements (community venues, home visits) reduce pressure on busy GP practices
5. Scalability Model
- Successfully delivering social prescribing services in diverse settings across Kent and Medway – and now ready to partner with PCNs in Sussex, London, Surrey, and beyond
- Our approach is adaptable to the unique needs of each PCN and ICS, ensuring best-fit solutions for local populations
Vision
Healthy, connected people and communities
Mission
- Promoting Choice
- Connecting People
- Challenging Inequalities
Values
- People first
- Valuing difference
- Excellence with integrity
- Innovation and learning
- Proactive approach
What Can We Offer Your PCN?
- A fully managed, indemnified service compliant with NHS guidelines and within budget
- Dynamic recruitment to attract the best candidates for Link Worker and Health Coach roles
- Induction and training programmes ensuring staff readiness from day one
- Ongoing supervision and peer support networks – key to staff retention and high-quality patient outcomes
- Bespoke quarterly impact reports to measure cost savings, patient outcomes, and service quality
- Flexibility to pilot and scale innovative approaches targeting specific conditions or population health (e.g. high intensity users, mental health, children and families)
Ready to Strengthen Your PCN’s Social Prescribing?
Contact us today to discuss how Involve can support your PCN – whether you’re in London, Kent, Medway, Sussex, Surrey, or further afield. Let’s work together to reduce GP workload, improve patient wellbeing, and meet NHS targets through effective, sustainable social prescribing solutions.