A Healthier Canada An Analysis of the Potential Economic and Social Impacts of Social Prescribing
The Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing engaged KPMG LLP to perform a rigorous analytical assessment of specific social and economic impacts of social prescribing in Canada.
Key findings from the report indicate that:
- Social prescribing delivers a return of $4.43 for every dollar invested.
- Social prescribing leads to better health outcomes for two key populations in Canada — older adults and youth — improving overall well-being with significant reductions in healthcare utilization.
Click HERE for more information and to read the report.
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By
The Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing
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Published
Oct 02, 2024
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- Academics
- Funders
- Government (Politicians, Policy Makers) and Health Authorities
- Service Providers (Non-profits, Community Organizations, Local government)
- Caregivers, Seniors & Volunteers
- Government
- Health Authorities
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