Early / family help JSNAA (health and wellbeing needs in South Tyneside)
Projected need and demand
The rate of children living in low income families has increased significantly, with more than 1 in 4 children living in low income families.
This trend is likely to continue with the current cost of living crisis.
The link between deprivation and the need for early / family help and statutory support is well established so this is likely to result in increasing demand on services.
Demand for early / family help services
Referrals and new episodes to early / family help increased more than 10% between 2018 / 19 and 2022 / 23.
The rising population can account for some, but not all of this demand for services.