Supporting Trainee Doctors

The BPRCVS Social Prescribing Team recently welcomed new trainee doctors from UCLan to shadow their work in the community.
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The placement gave the trainees a first-hand insight into the referral process and how social prescribers support clients to overcome barriers. Social prescribers take a holistic, non-clinical approach, helping people access the services and support they need.

During the placement, the trainees:
• Visited clients to understand the referral and support process
• Explored local community centres and services, including substance misuse and homeless support
• Met Pendle New Neighbours, supporting asylum seekers and refugees
• Learned from individuals who have turned their lives around and now help others at Livid Experience
• Spent time at Team Rise, seeing how people with special needs engage with tailored support
This placement highlighted the wealth of knowledge social prescribers hold and the vital role they play in connecting people to community resources.