Over the next 50 years we will experience an unprecedented change in the fabric of our society. As life expectancy increases and the birth rate remains low, the proportion of the population aged over 50 will increase dramatically. 43.1% of Torbay’s population are aged over 50 compared with 33.5% nationally. By 2018 this sector of our population will represent 51.2% compared with 40.1% nationally.

An ageing society is often seen in terms of increasing pressures and dependency. But the reality is that, as people become older and make up a significant proportion of society, we will increasingly depend upon the vital contribution they can and do make.

The aim of this plan is to enable people to unlock the potential for them to play an even greater role, recognising and valuing the contribution older people can make. It also aims to enable us all to prepare more effectively for new horizons, expectations and opportunities in later life and, if and when help is needed, services offer higher quality, dignified & responsive support and care.

	People First Strategy Strategy for people aged 50+ which aims to improve quality of life and to enable people to unlock their potential, shedding outdated stereotypes and changing mindsets about being an older person. Last updated: 25/07/2008 (1.4 MB)
	Torbay's Ageing Population Statistical information on Torbay's ageing population. Last updated: 25/07/2008 (1.5 MB)
	'People First' launches in Torbay - Press Release October 1 is International Older Persons Day and will also see Torbay Council and its partners launch the consultation for its strategy for people aged 50 +. Last updated: 25/07/2008 (34 KB)

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