Find a range of information relating to the demographics of our residents and the health and wellbing needs of specific population groups and communities on Southwark’s health needs, from antenatal health through to old age. This section gives an overview of the health needs of several population groups residing in Southwark.
Southwark JSNA reports:
People with learning disabilities have significantly poorer health outcomes compared to the rest of the population, many of which are avoidable.
Ill health can be both a cause and a consequence of homelessness. Those who are homeless, particularly rough sleepers, are widely acknowledged to have poor health outcomes and often have complex health needs, including substance misuse and mental health problems, and struggle to access quality health and care services.
Carers support the health and wellbeing of the people they care for substantially. But evidence suggests carers themselves are at risk of poor physical, mental and financial health outcomes.
Our work shows that there are also significant inequalities faced by this group. Improving the health and wellbeing of carers is an important local priority, both for the carer and for those they provide support to.
Our JSNA recommends 8 areas of action to address the unmet needs of local carers.
Southwark is home to a range of migrant communities. Asylum seekers, refugees and migrant communities face significant barriers to accessing public services. They face specific health and wellbeing challenges as a result of having to leave their countries and travel to the UK in difficult circumstances.
Our JSNA contains nearly 50 recommendations on how to meet the health and wellbeing needs of refugees and asylum seekers in Southwark. These recommendations will support us in achieving our aim to become a borough of sanctuary.
Download the full version of the JSNA report