Social Prescribing Information Sessions

Social Prescribing connects older adults (55+) to non-medical community supports to improve overall well-being. Through a referral process, individuals receive assistance from a Case Manager and Link Worker who helps identify social, emotional and non-medical needs and connects them to appropriate services.

Social prescribing assists with:

• Social isolation or loneliness
• Mental health challenges (e.g., stress, anxiety, mild depression)
• Difficulty accessing community resources
• A need for support with non-medical aspects of daily living

The link worker helps individuals connect with:

• Social groups, clubs, and community activities
• Transportation services
• Meal programs
• In-Home support (basic light housekeeping, meal preparation)
• Health and wellness programs (e.g., fitness, mental health support)
• Financial and housing resources
• Connection to Council on Aging for their lawn maintenance and snow removal program

Information Sessions

Residents of Grande Prairie aged 55+ are invited to attend upcoming information sessions to learn more about social prescribing — and how to access the support you need beyond the doctor’s office.

Sessions will be held on the following dates and times:

April 28

• Eastlink Centre | 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
• Golden Age Centre | 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

May 2

• Eastlink Centre | 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

May 6

• Golden Age Centre | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.