Those at risk

Social care supports adults of all ages – including young people moving into adulthood and those of working age – with a diverse range of needs, including:

  • Older people
  • Autistic people
  • People with a learning disability or physical disability
  • People with mental health conditions
  • People with sensory impairments
  • People with dementia
  • Other people with long-term conditions

In North Tyneside

  • Older people (55+ years)
    • Over 55+ population 78,338
    • Over 65+ population 45,425
    • Over 75+ population 21,215
       
  • Adults with a learning disability/on the autistic spectrum, including young people ‘transitioning’ to adult services.
    • There are an estimated 887 people aged 18+ years with learning disabilities and/or Autistic people, which are eligible for adult social care support.
       
  • Adults with mental health needs
    • The are currently (2024/25) an estimated 7,665 adults aged 18- 64 with mental health needs.
       
  • Adults with physical disabilities.
    • There is an estimated c.4,675 adults of working age with a physical disability and/or sensory disability that are eligible for and receiving a funded support package.