The provision of healthcare by the National Health Service (NHS) in the British Isles has been gradually changing over recent years. The reliance on pharmaceutical medications as  the first line treatment is being rejected by many. 

There is a growing preference for people to take responsibility for their health and seek alternative therapies such as homeopathy, herbalism, osteopathy and many more. 

Events over the last three years have resulted in an increasing distrust of the ‘Western Medical Model’ of treatment and healthcare in general. 

It is acknowledged and appreciated that treatment by the NHS for acute health events and trauma provides prompt and excellent care for the most part. However, for more chronic health issues, many of which could be improved with attention to lifestyle eg, nutrition, exercise and exposure to natural sunlight, there is a tendency to treat with pharmacological drugs. 

Many people are assuming more personal responsibility and re-evaluating healthcare for themselves and their families, particularly in light of recent events. 

There appears to be groundswell of desire for a more holistic model of healthcare rather than the traditional western medical model of symptomatic relief using 

pharmacological drugs. 

To this end we have produced a data base (directory) of practitioners who are qualified and experienced in their particular field of expertise. 

Our aim at Crediton Community Assembly is to provide information for those seeking alternative practitioners, by means of an accessible directory.