Andover PCN

27/03/2026

✨Social Prescribing x Valley Leisure ✨

Over the past couple of years, Andover PCN has been working closely with Valley Leisure to support our community's health and wellbeing.

This partnership is a great example of how a Social Prescriber can connect you to the right support for you. Whether you're feeling low, experiencing anxiety, or simply looking to improve your physical health, our Social Prescribing Team can help you access suitable activities.

🧘‍♀️We're excited to share that Valley Leisure, in partnership with Naomi from Doda Yoga and Andover Mind, will be running another 12-week Yoga for Wellbeing programme starting this April!

Participants from previous programmes have reported:

⭐ Increased physical activity and motivation
⭐ Greater confidence using movement to support mental health
⭐ Fewer healthcare visits
⭐ Improved happiness, life satisfaction & sense of purpose
⭐ Reduced anxiety levels
⭐ Better mental wellbeing, physical health & social connection

If you would like to find out more or sign up for the next programme, get in touch with us today by visiting our website and completing our self-referral form: https://www.andoverpcn.co.uk/our-services/social-prescribing/ or sign up with Valley Leisure by emailing info@icanmovemore.co.uk

Valley Leisure Doda Yoga Andover Mind

26/03/2026

🍃Our Social Prescribing Newsletter is here 🍃

To mark Social Prescribing Day, we're highlighting the incredible people, groups, and organisation across Andover who are supporting health and wellbeing in our community.

From local support services to community activities, there's something for everyone.

To discover local support, services and opportunities near you, read our full newsletter on our website:

👉https://www.andoverpcn.co.uk/our-services/social-prescribing/

26/03/2026

🍃Happy Social Prescribing Day! 🍃

Today, we celebrate the people, organisations and community groups who make Social Prescribing possible.

Without the power of people who support individuals and communities every day to improve wellbeing and enjoy life, many of the connections and opportunities we value would not exist. Their dedication helps people feel supported, connected and empowered.

In Andover, we are fortunate to have so many organisations and community groups working hard to bring fun, meaningful and fulfilling activities to our town. From creating opportunities to connect with nature to building strong social connections, their impact is felt across the whole community.

A huge thank you to everyone who supports wellbeing in our community - your work truly makes a difference 💚

Valley Leisure
Doda Yoga
I Can Move More
AOPF - Andover & District Older People's Forum
Unity Online
Walk N Talk 4 Mental Health
Test Valley Borough Council
St Mary’s Andover
Andover Foodbank

and many more organisations in the town...

25/03/2026

Have you been feeling lonely lately? You're not alone! Many people can feel lonely regardless of age or circumstance.

Feeling lonely can affect your mental and physical health and people often experiences loneliness in different ways.

Ways to improve loneliness include:

➡️ Joining a group or community activity
➡️ Getting out in nature, for example going for a walk
➡️ Getting to know your local community centres; they often have lots of events or groups to join
➡️Focus on a hobby or interest you may have
➡️Volunteer locally
➡️Focus on your own physical and mental health; often we naturally meet others when we focus on our own wellbeing

If you would like support to explore social connections and reduce loneliness, you can self-refer to Social Prescribing by visiting our website: www.andoverpcn.co.uk and fill in the self-referral form under Social Prescribing.

Please note: In self-referring to the PCN Social Prescribing Team, you give consent for the PCN to access and record in your GP records to establish suitable support.

25/03/2026

Lots of things can affect our physical and mental wellbeing and these often do not require medication.

Social Prescribing can help link you with support, including:

➡ Financial support
➡ Social connections in the community
➡ Access to physical activity options
➡ Bereavement support
➡ Links to support groups for long term health conditions

To self-refer to our PCN Social Prescribing team, please head to our website and fill out the self-referral form: https://www.andoverpcn.co.uk/our-services/social-prescribing/

Our team can support people aged 18 years and over, who are registered with one of the five GP practices in Andover.

Please note: In self-referring to the PCN Social Prescribing team, you give consent for the PCN to access and record in your GP records to establish suitable support.

24/03/2026

Social Prescribing can help you take better control of your wellbeing. If you are not currently supported by relevant services, our team can help link you to support and improve your personal circumstances.

Our Social Prescribing team can spend time with you to discuss what matters the most to you and support you to find a way forward.

👥Who can access this service?

Our team can support people aged 18 years and over, registered with one of the five GP practices in Andover.

👉To self-refer:

Visit our website: www.andoverpcn.co.uk/our-services/social-prescribing/ and complete our self-referral form.

*Please note: In self-referring to the PCN Social Prescribing Team, you give consent for the PCN to access and record in your GP records to establish suitable support.

23/03/2026

Social Prescribing is a non-medical approach to supporting your overall wellbeing. The Social Prescribing Team at Andover PCN can help you to find the right support for practical issues such:

✔️ Finances
✔️ Building social connections in the community
✔️ A space to talk about your emotional wellbeing

You do not need to see your GP or other healthcare professional to access our service.

When you self-refer, the team will check your GP record and either:

- Arrange an appointment with a Social Prescriber, or
- Direct you to the most suitable support dependant on your query.

👥Who can access this service?

Our team can support people aged 18 years and over who are registered with one of the five GP practices in Andover.

To self-refer, head to:

https://www.andoverpcn.co.uk/ourservices/social-prescribing/

Please note, in self-referring to the PCN Social Prescribing Team, you give consent for the PCN to access and record in your GP records to establish suitable support.

20/02/2026

17/02/2026

Earache?

Your pharmacist can now provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions, without you seeing a GP.

Think Pharmacy First

nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst

13/02/2026

Did you know you can order your repeat prescriptions in the NHS App?

You can send orders when it’s convenient for you and easily change your nominated pharmacy.

Find out more: www.nhs.uk/nhs-app

10/02/2026

Sore throat?

If needed, your pharmacist can now provide prescription medicine without seeing a GP.

Think Pharmacy First.

nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst

06/02/2026

Did you know you can view messages about your care in the NHS App?

The NHS App is a simple and secure way to receive messages from your trusted health care providers.

Turn on notifications for the NHS App to stay up to date.

Find out more: www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/