Finding practical support

You may be able to get support through a Social Prescribing Link Worker. Link workers have the time to understand your situation and what is affecting you, and help you connect to relevant support in your area.

There are also many national services and helplines that may be able to support you, some of which we’ve listed below.

• Citizens Advice
• Mental Health & Money Advice
• StepChange Debt Charity or call 0800 138 1111
• National Debtline or call 0808 808 4000
• Money Helper or call 0800 138 7777#
• Debt Advice Locator 
• Turn2Us (who also provide links to local support)
• Money Helper's Debt Advice Locator

If you are struggling with your mental health and need support, talk to your GP to find out what support the NHS can provide.

You can also find advice, information and links to support at Every Mind Matters - NHS (www.nhs.uk)  

And you can find a wide range of groups and services that support mental health in your area here: Mental Health Support Network provided by Chasing the Stigma | Hub of hope

We visited Norwich to find out more about how social prescribing can support people experiencing debt or financial problems

The Money Matters Course at Space 2 Leeds supports people with financial issues to benefit their health and wellbeing

Social prescribing can help in many different ways, help with practical issues like finances could reduce loneliness, social isolation and improve physical health