Survey -How is the Quality of your Life Impacted by Caring?
At Forward Carers, we’re committed to understanding and improving the lives of Carers. This year, in collaboration with Birmingham City Council, we are launching our annual survey on 20 November 2024 to explore how your caring role impacts your quality of life. This initiative supports the Council’s Carers Strategy 2024-2029, also releasing on the same day. By sharing your experiences, you’ll be helping to shape Carer support across Birmingham.
About the Survey
This survey complements the two-yearly NHS Digital Survey of Adult Carers in England (SACE) and provides us with valuable insights into local experiences on alternating years. By comparing results annually, we’re able to keep a close eye on Carers’ evolving needs and identify areas where additional support might be needed.
If you’ve been in contact with Birmingham Carers Hub or any of our partner services in the past year, you may be selected to receive a link to complete the online survey. Look out for an email from us on Wednesday, 20 November.
If you would like to take part in the online survey and don’t receive an email from us, please look out for our social media and blog posts where you will find a link to the survey – we’re inviting anyone who is registered with Birmingham Carers Hub to complete this.
Paper Survey Option
For Carers who prefer to complete the survey on paper, copies will be available at our Carers Rights Day event and at various Carer Groups in the area. Please feel free to pick up a copy if you are registered with Birmingham Carers Hub.
Why Your Feedback Matters
Your responses will directly inform how services are shaped, ensuring they’re in tune with the real-life needs of Carers. By taking part, you’re helping us create a Carer Friendly Community that recognises and supports your role. We will share the survey findings with Birmingham City Council and provide Carers with a summary of the results, along with any actions that will be taken.
Survey Deadline and Incentives
Please complete and return the survey by 10 January 2025. As a thank you, you’ll have the chance to enter a draw for one of two £50 gift cards. We’ll also be hosting in-person focus groups in the New Year, giving you the opportunity to discuss your experiences in more detail.
Thank you for helping us build a more supportive future for Carers in Birmingham.
