Introduction and Headlines

The below demonstrates how adult social care services are organised into distinct Community Wellbeing Teams (CWT) across various geographic areas. These teams are designed to address the specific needs and promote the wellbeing of the populations they serve. Below are the boundaries of the 6 CWTs of Goole, Wolds, Bridlington, Beverley, Haltemprice and Holderness.  Each CWT have been built around a specific set of parish boundaries located within the East Riding

• Living Alone and Vulnerability – Between the 2011 and 2021 censuses, the number of individuals aged 65 or older living alone in the East Riding increased by 42%. This demographic is particularly vulnerable and likely to be unsupported as they age, facing numerous health challenges that necessitate health and care services to be provided directly to them. Additionally, economic resilience has further hampered social networks, leading to a reduction in community support and increasing isolation among elderly individuals.

• Increasing Demands – Over the years, the East Riding has experienced significant changes in illness trends, with past predictions about illness trends materialising in the present day. Combined with an aging population, which is more at risk from chronic diseases, disabilities, and other age-related health problems requiring healthcare resources and support, this has caused an increasing need for health and social care services, thereby putting pressure on the health and care system.

• Austerity – Budget cuts have reduced social infrastructure, diminishing community protections and resources. These financial constraints have increased reliance on government services, stretching them thinner and creating a cycle of higher demand with limited resources. Demographic changes and budget cuts have significantly impacted health and social care in East Riding, particularly for elderly individuals living alone. Addressing these issues requires careful planning, increased funding, and sustainable solutions to support the region’s vulnerable individuals.

• Future Challenges and Projections – Health and care services face unprecedented demand with no signs of easing. Delays in treatment, diagnosis, access to services, and pressure on social care continue to rise. The cost-of-living crisis, exacerbated by the pandemic and international events, likely worsens health and wellbeing more than the pandemic itself. The Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA) 2022 identified persistent and worsening challenges due to global changes and workforce pressures. A resilient and preventative system is crucial to prevent individuals from presenting with more severe illnesses at a later stage. 

The Need

The combination of demographic changes and budget cuts has greatly impacted the health and social care situation in the East Riding. The rising number of elderly people living alone and the cuts to community services have made the need for a strong health and care system even more important. Solving these problems will require careful planning, more funding, and a focus on sustainable solutions to ensure the wellbeing of the region’s most vulnerable people

Service Usage

The demand for health and care services is increasing due to an aging population, workforce shortages, complex care needs, growing poverty, and higher treatment expectations. The 2023 Director of Public Health report highlights future challenges, particularly related to long-term conditions. By 2040, dementia cases in East Riding are expected to rise by 52%, adding nearly 10,000 individuals. The implications for social care are significant, as some individuals will require support beyond the routine care assessment process, adding considerable additional work. It is worth noting that within less than 15 years, services might need to increase by nearly 50%. By the end of the decade, a 23% increase will be necessary to meet projected needs.

Insight

The combination of demographic changes and budget cuts has greatly impacted the health and social care situation in the East Riding. The rising number of elderly people living alone and the cuts to community services have made the need for a strong health and care system even more important. Solving these problems will require careful planning, more funding, and a focus on sustainable solutions to ensure the wellbeing of the region’s most vulnerable people.

Between the 2011 and 2021 censuses, the number of individuals aged 65 or older living alone in the East Riding increased by 42%. This demographic is particularly vulnerable and likely to be unsupported as they age, facing numerous health challenges that necessitate health and care services to be provided directly to them. Additionally, economic resilience has further hampered social networks, leading to a reduction in community support and increasing isolation among elderly individuals.

Over the years, the East Riding has experienced significant changes in illness trends, with past predictions about illness trends materialising in the present day. Combined with an aging population, which is more at risk from chronic diseases, disabilities, and other age-related health problems requiring an increasing need for health and social care services, thereby putting pressure on the health and care system.

Budget cuts have reduced social infrastructure, diminishing community protections and resources. These financial constraints have increased reliance on statutory services, stretching them thinner and creating a cycle of higher demand with limited resources. Addressing these issues requires careful planning, increased funding, and sustainable solutions to support the areas vulnerable individuals.

Health and care services face unprecedented demand with no signs of easing. Delays in treatment, diagnosis, access to services, and pressure on social care continue to rise. The pandemic triggered a cost-of-living crisis, exacerbated by international events, which has likely worsened health and wellbeing more than the pandemic itself. The Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA) 2022 identified persistent and worsening challenges due to global changes and workforce pressures. A resilient and preventative system is crucial to help people present with illness early giving them the best chance of good health and wellbeing.

Assets

Below are the community assets across the East Riding community

Resources

Recent report available here https://eastridingjsna.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ASC-Community-Wellbeing-Localities-Insight-Final.pdf