Health and care of older people

This analysis finds that two million older people in England are now living with some unmet need for social care. Drawing on the latest available data, the report concludes that England’s health and care services continue to be under enormous pressure so that, despite the best efforts of many dedicated staff, they are currently unable to meet the needs of all the older people presenting who require treatment, care and support.

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