Social Services for the Elderly & People with Disabilities in the UK - Industry Market Research Report

Much-needed support: New funding to expand and strengthen social care will support the strained sector

The Social Services for the Elderly and People with Disabilities industry faces a range of challenges; it has been characterised by significant funding pressures, high demand from a growing and ageing population, increasingly complex care needs, reduced central government funding to local authorities and rising care costs in recent times. Nonetheless, revenue is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 1.5% to £8.2 billion over the five years through 2023-24.

Companies in this industry offer counselling, referrals, day-care, vocational rehabilitation and habilitation services to the elderly and people with disabilities. The industry does not cover accommodation or day-care for disabled children.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.