Our Impact
For 30 years we have been supporting people to live healthier lives by tackling health inequalities caused by income, location, or background.
Celebrating 30 Years of Changing Lives
We are delighted to introduce our latest Impact Report for 2024-25, officially launched on 30 September at the Crowne Plaza Newcastle during our 30th Anniversary Celebration Event.
This year is particularly special as we mark 30 years of Healthworks, and we’re proud to be sharing the difference we’ve made together with our communities
This milestone event reflects on our three-decade journey of making a real difference to people’s health and wellbeing across the North East.
Discover the full extent of our achievements and the difference Healthworks is making in communities across the North East. Explore the 2024-25 Impact Report and see how our health and wellbeing programmes are transforming lives, reducing costs, and supporting stronger, healthier communities.
Delivering Measurable Health and Social Care Savings in the North East
The 2024-25 Healthworks Impact Report reveals significant cost savings to the NHS and social care system in the North East of England, with an estimated £46.2 million generated through Healthworks interventions across Newcastle and the wider region.
This builds on the previous year’s achievement of £41.3 million in NHS and social care savings, highlighting the growing effectiveness of Healthworks preventative health initiatives and community-based interventions.
By improving health outcomes, reducing the incidence of chronic illness, and supporting people to lead healthier lives, Healthworks not only enhances wellbeing across local communities but also eases pressure on overburdened NHS services and social care providers throughout the North East.
Closing Health Gaps and Improving Outcomes Across the North East
Partnering with the NHS and public health services, we reduce preventable illnesses, ease pressure on hospitals, and improve health outcomes for all.
The North East and North Cumbria face some of England’s toughest health challenges, with higher rates of heart disease, respiratory conditions, and obesity than other regions.
Local communities experience deep health inequalities driven by poverty, housing, employment, and limited access to healthcare.
At Healthworks, we are dedicated to closing these gaps. Our inclusive, accessible health and wellbeing programmes empowers people across the region to live healthier, longer lives, improving outcomes for individuals and communities alike.
Service Spotlight: Staying Steady, Helping Our Community Stay on Their Feet
Every year, one in three people over 65 experiences a fall, but falls don’t have to be inevitable. Staying Steady is our 28-week specialist exercise intervention that helps older adults improve balance, strength, and confidence, enabling them to remain active and independent.
2024 – 25 Highlights
Falls can lead to injury, loss of independence, and even early death, but with the right support, they are often preventable. Staying Steady helps people live longer, healthier, and more connected lives.
Want to see the full picture?
Our latest Staying Steady 2024–25 Performance Report shares detailed insights, data, and inspiring stories about how we’re helping people stay active, independent, and confident.
Partner Spotlight: Boosting Community Health with SportFin
Healthworks has partnered with SportFin, an innovative programme created by Siddesh Iyer and Kyran Parker, to improve community health across the North East and North Cumbria through sport and physical activity programmes.
By encouraging more people to get active, we promote physical health, prevent long-term conditions, and enhance mental wellbeing, particularly in communities facing economic and social challenges.
The partnership also provides data-driven insights into our social impact. By tracking participation, outcomes, and engagement, we can show how our programmes reduce health inequalities, reach those most in need, and continuously improve the quality of support we offer.
Interactive Map of Impact
To showcase our reach, we’ve developed an interactive map powered by SportFin’s data.
The map overlays programme participation with the Index of Multiple Deprivation (IMD), highlighting how our services target areas facing the greatest health challenges. This tool provides a clear view of where we’re making a real difference, helping communities access inclusive health and wellbeing support and ensuring resources are delivered where they matter most.
Through this partnership, Healthworks demonstrates that preventive care, physical activity, and community-focused programmes can improve health outcomes while reducing pressure on public health services.
Find out more about each of health and wellbeing services we offer.