Community Link Workers are based in GP practices in Scotland. We support people with a variety of social, financial, mental health and practical issues. This gives GPs and nursing staff more time to deal with your medical issues.
It could be anything from helping you with benefits, housing, bereavement, anxiety and low mood to helping you join activities in your community.
Anyone can make an appointment with a Community Link Worker. You just need to be:
- registered with the GP practice they are based in
- aged 18 or over (or aged 16 or over in Glasgow)
If you are under 18, your parent or carer can make an appointment for you and come along to the appointment with you.
If you would like to see one of our Community Link Workers, you can ask your GP or practice nurse to refer you.
In East Lothian you can also request a referral through the Care When It Counts (CWIC) Mental Health Helpline, tel: 01620 642 963.
