We all know that regular movement has the power to transform our lives. It is one of the most powerful ways to reduce the risk of major illness, improve mental health and help people live longer, healthier lives.
However, the people who could benefit most from movement often face the greatest barriers to accessing it. We also know that simply encouraging people to be more active, or signposting them to activities, rarely leads to lasting change. Instead, people need support that reflects the realities of their lives, and this is where social prescribing is vital.
We must recognise where people with more challenging health needs, may need extra support or new and different ways to take part.
Supporting Practitioners, Systems and Communities
How NASP is Supporting Active Communities
NASP is proud to partner with Sport England, who have funded us to deliver 'Movement on Prescription' - a national offer supporting health and wellbeing pathways to embed physical activity through social prescribing.
Our work will support the implementation and system integration needed to ensure that physical activity is embedded neighbourhood health systems, with proactive social prescribing as a core part of prevention and personalised care.
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Looking to Develop Your Work in This Area?
Whether you are looking to develop physical activity & social prescribing, explore partnership opportunities, commission support, or learn more about Movement on Prescription, we’d love to hear from you. NASP works with organisations across health, community, and physical activity sectors to support more connected, personalised approaches to movement and wellbeing.
