Green social prescribing

Green social prescribing is about promoting health and wellbeing through social prescribing referrals to low carbon and environmentally responsible activities. In Lewisham OHL’s team of social prescribers actively refer people to become members of  local walking groups, the green gyms, gardening at Sydenham Garden, St Mary’s Therapeutic Garden and more . This is literally green, and is also of great benefit to the relevant patients, who benefit from social participation, interaction with other people, physical activity, and the enjoyment of gardening.

January 2021

“Dear Kwabena, You are an angel from the sky. I don’t know how to express my gratitude. Thank you so much for emailing Medical team for me. I had so terrible days due to anxiety, still struggle with insomnia…When I saw your email to medical team my faith came back. You truly are a kind and supportive man. I wish everything good to come back to you. Whatever happens I will be forever grateful.”

“I have come to the accommodation I want to say thank you so much I am safe and warm I have a nice bed better than hostel”

“Since I been talking to you I’ve got my head out of my ass lol x Thanks for all your help Xxx”

“It is so helpful to feel that one is not alone.”

“I’m in touch with the lending library…they will deliver. Thanks very much indeed.”

“I really appreciate your support for my issues and give me hope. Thank you so much.”

‘Leilah, just a quick note to say your name and support came up in a recent workshop around the support you gave a client through Covid was really transformational to their life. Wonderful to hear this feedback from patients.’