Bury GP Federation

26/03/2026

Celebrating the wonderful work of our social prescribers on Social Prescribing Day. Thank you to the team - and their wonderful volunteers - who make a positive difference to peoples' lives every day.
https://www.burygpfederation.nhs.uk/life-changing-social-prescriptions-are-boosting-health-in-bury/

23/02/2026

Our social prescribing team continues to make a difference to lives. Patients can contact the team via email gmicb-bu.socialprescribing@nhs.net
Or self refer - see https://www.burygpfederation.nhs.uk/our-services/social-prescriber/
Or ask their GP practice to refer them.

'I just wanted to disappear from life'

20/02/2026

Another busy week for our social prescribers. They're here to help...

20/02/2026

Patients across Bury say social prescribing has played a vital role in improving their mental and physical health, as NHS leaders encourage more people to seek support through talking therapies and community based help.

19/02/2026

Celebrating the wonderful work of social prescribers who through talking and 'social prescriptions' are making a difference to the lives of patients...see story below
https://www.burygpfederation.nhs.uk/saving-lives-through-social-prescriptions/

Patients can self-refer or can be referred by health professionals at their GP practice. Alternatively email the team directly:
gmicb-bu.socialprescribing@nhs.net

17/02/2026

Our friendly team of expert social prescribers connect people to activities, groups and services within the community to help address practical, social, and emotional needs that impact health and wellbeing. See a list of 'what's on' across Bury and contact the team for help and support.
https://www.burygpfederation.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/1325/2026/02/SOCIAL-PRESCRIBING-ACTIVITIES-landscape.pdf

16/02/2026

Join our social prescribers across Bury for a wealth of activities to help support your mental and physical health.

09/02/2026

Join the social prescribing team this week. They are here to help. If you feel you need support, please contact the team

02/02/2026

Join Susan our green social prescriber and Susan from Jewish Community Foundation Trust at The Hub at Heaton Park Heaton Park Cafés Heaton Park & Hall Bury GP Federation Lancashire Wildlife Trust

02/02/2026

What matters most to you?Join our social prescribing experts and discover how they can help improve your mental and physical health. Come along for a chat and a cuppa ...

26/01/2026

Do you feel your health and wellbeing needs a boost? Join our social prescribers this week at one of the local drop-ins or activities, or self-refer to the service using the QR code.

19/01/2026

Join our social prescribing experts this week to talk about what matters to you. Drop in for a cuppa and a chat, enjoy a walk, or pop in for health checks and advice with Bury Live Well Service (Thurs). Details below...