Episode 56 | Social Prescribing

Imagine walking into the doctor’s office with a list of symptoms and walking out with a prescription for an art class. This week, we dive into the world of social prescribing — a healthcare model that treats people, not just symptoms. Evie and Emily explore how non-clinical, community-based prescriptions are transforming lives worldwide. Whether you're a healthcare worker, a policymaker, or just someone looking for more joy and meaning in your life, this one’s for you. Episode Highlights: What social prescribing is and how it works The UK’s journey from grassroots to national policy Barriers to social prescribing in the U.S. and how they’re being addressed Programs making a difference: CultureRx, Art Pharmacy, Walk With a Doc, NatureRx, and Unite Us How to write your own social prescription (yes, really!) Advocacy tips for making social prescribing a bigger deal in your community Helpful Links: The Connection Cure by Julia Hotz Tiny Experiments by Ann-Laure Le Cunff  CultureRx tech platform  Arts of Prescription Field Guide Social Prescribing USA For additional info, check out our show notes page: Episode 56: Social Prescribing   Connect with The Everyday Creative Collective Sign up for our newsletter: Creative Connections Check out our free guides: Re-discover Your Creative Self - to explore your creative side Fuel Your Focus - to take care of your brain health Send us an email: [email protected] Follow us on Instagram: @theeverydaycreativecollective Check us out on Pinterest   Have a creative week!   Episode Credits: We are your hosts, Emily and Evie Soape, sisters and friends in the midst of figuring out how to live our best lives. Emily Soape produces the show. Music: Theme Music: “Living Life” by ⁠Scott Holmes Music⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠. Break Background Music: "Alive In It" by ⁠Ketsa⁠. Available for use under the CC BY 3.0 license at ⁠Free Music Archive⁠