Better in Kirklees Social Prescribing Service 

"Just what the doctor ordered:

social prescribing"

You can get support from Better in Kirklees to get involvedin community activities, to get out and about near to whereyou live and with support, enable you to get involved insomething that you enjoy for better health and wellbeing.We are a friendly service that is local and free of charge,however some activities may have a small cost. By takingpart in Better in Kirklees, you can take more control of yourmind and body in ways that suit you.

You can be part of Better in Kirklees if you live in the Kirkleesarea, are over 18 and have a physical disability, sensoryimpairment, a long- term health condition, a learningdisability, mental health issues, or drug and alcohol issues,and/or you are an unpaid carer. We accept referrals fromstaff at your GP surgery, your social worker or any staffmember who supports you. You can also refer yourself andfamily and friends can refer on your behalf.

Volunteering... Better in Kirklees focuses on what you cancontribute as well as what you need. You can get involved,help out, support others and your community, even if youneed support yourself. We are open to hearing your ideasand suggestions.

What is Better in Kirklees?

How can I join?

gain independence

meet new people

try out new activities

get help with some of

your worries

get involved in what's going on

near you

improve your health

and wellbeing

get more active in the

community

expand your interests

share your experiences and

skills

There are a number of ways Better in Kirklees can helpyou reach your personal health & wellbeing goals

Better in Kirklees team members speak Urdu, Punjabi and Telugu.In the wider Touchstone team, staff speak a variety of languagesranging from Polish to Mandarin. We are also happy to providematerial in large print and other formats. If you require support inthis way, we will be happy to discuss this with you or your carer.

NHS Greater Huddersfield, North Kirklees CCGs and Kirkees Council has fundeda partnership led by the charity Touchstone

We will listen to what you tell us and discuss what youwould like to get involved in, providing you with various

options such as: social groups arts & crafts luncheon clubs sports

training & education gardening & environmental cultural groups volunteering

To make a referral or if you have any general enquiries, please

contact the BiK team:

Tel: 01924 846 808 Email: BiK@touchstonesupport.org.uk

Web: www.touchstonesupport.org.uk/services/better-in-kirklees-bik/

Address: Touchstone, Dewsbury Business Centre, 13Wellington Road East, Dewsbury, WF13 1HF

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