Frequently Asked Questions

1.       Do I have to take part?

No, your GP has referred you to the social prescribing service as they feel it may be beneficial for you but there is no obligation for you to take part.

2.       What if I change my mind?

If you change your mind about participating, you can end a session or be discharged from our service at any time.

3.       Can I see a different social prescriber?

The Children and Young Person’s Social Prescribing service is an exciting new service. This means that currently, there is only one social prescriber allocated to each area of the East Riding. Therefore, it may not be possible for you to see a different social prescriber.

4.       Is this confidential?

Your right to privacy and confidentiality is very important to us. The Social Prescribing service is a safe space for young people to speak about any issues they may be experiencing. However, if you tell us something that indicates you are at risk of harm, we will have to share this information to the right professionals in order to keep you safe.

5.       Do I have to attend appointments on my own?

No. You may bring a parent/carer or trusted family member along to your appointment if you feel this may help.

6.       Do my parents have to know / are they involved?

No. If you are 16 or over, parent involvement is completely up to you. We would recommend parent involvement for young people under the age of 16 but this is not required. However, we encourage all young people to speak to their parents/carers about the social prescribing service for a bit of extra support.

7.       What kind of activities can I take part in?

This is up to you! The social prescribing team are working hard to find a range of activities suitable for young people. Taking part in creative arts, sport, volunteering or peer support groups are all examples of activities you could participate in.

8.       Are there any costs involved?

The social prescribing service is free. Some activities may incur a small cost, but where possible we will try and link you to free services within the community.