The amount of elderly people in the UK is increasing at alarming rates. In 1995 there were above 9 million elderly people aged 65 and by 2030 this is expected to increase to 13 million.
Furthermore, the fertility rate is decreasing due to women having children later because of their busy working lives.
There are fewer younger people to support the increasing elderly population.
In East Devon almost 50% of the population is over 50 years of age. This is 15% more the national average and is expected to rise to a 17% difference by 2029.
Communities are in need for more elderly facilities as their population increases. The Abundant Life Project in Dartington is taking on the ageing population by setting up a community for over 55's.
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