Helping Hands: Why Spiritual Health Training is Essential for Social Prescribers

Social prescribers are like guides. They help people find services to improve their health. But here's a big problem: they don't get trained in spiritual health. This is a big deal because spiritual health is a key part of overall wellbeing. Spiritual health isn't just about religion. It's about finding meaning and purpose in life. Yet, NHS training for social prescribers doesn't cover this. This is a big miss because social prescribers are on the frontlines. They see people from all backgrounds. They know health is about more than just the body. A study wanted to understand why spiritual health training is missing. They talked to social prescribers to find out what they need. The goal was to figure out how to train them better. Social prescribers want more training. They want to help people with their spiritual health. But how? That's the big question. The study aimed to find answers. It's not just about adding a few sessions. It's about finding practical ways to include spiritual health in their work. This isn't just about making social prescribers better at their jobs. It's about making a real difference. When social prescribers are equipped with the right tools, they can help people find holistic wellbeing. This means addressing the mind, body, and spirit.