Insight: Special Needs Caregiver/Parental Support Group (Mushkegowuk Communities)
We want to better understand how to support you. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey. This helps us know what type of resources or topics you'd like to see in this support group. We are collecting information to better understand the needs, experiences, and preferences of caregivers raising children with special needs. Your voice matters, and your feedback will help us shape a space that truly meets your needs!
Are you interested in attending a Support Group for Caregivers/Parents who raise children with special and complex needs?
Yes
No
On a scale of 1–5, how supported do you currently feel in your caregiving role?
1 (Not Supported at all)
2
3
4
5 (Very Supported)
If you were to attend a Support Group, would you be comfortable with story telling, information sharing, making connections with others, and discussing experiences challenges with caregiving?
Yes
No
Do you feel there is a need for support groups in your community?
Yes
No
What community are you currently residing in?
Moose Factory
Moosonee
Kashechewan First Nation
Attawapiskat First Nation
Fort Albany First Nation
Taykwa Tagamou Nation
Missanabie Cree First Nation
Chapleau Cree First Nation
Other
What is your band affiliation?
Moose Factory
Moosonee
Kashechewan First Nation
Attawapiskat First Nation
Fort Albany First Nation
Taykwa Tagamou Nation
Missanabie Cree First Nation
Chapleau Cree First Nation
Other
Would you attend a hybrid session? Hybrid is a combination of hosting an in-person support group while attending online (Microsoft Teams or Zoom)?
Yes
No
Do you have a preference?
Support Group - in-person
Support Group - virtual
Hybrid (in-person & virtual)
What type of support or resources do you hope to hear?
Pathway/Navigation Support within various organizations (Health/Education)
Learning About Special/Complex Needs
Healthy Coping Mechanisms
Tips on Self-Improvement, Reflection, and Growth
Tips and Strategies on Coping with Stress, Anger, and Emotional Challenges
A desire to improve Parenting Skills
Referrals or links to other community supports
Other
How often do you feel a support group should take place?
Weekly
Bi-weekly
Monthly
Do you have a preference of time of day for the Support Group to occur?
Morning (9:30-11:30am)
Evening (5:30-7:30pm)
Afternoon (1:30-3:30pm)
What type of activities would you be interested in doing in the Support Group?
Is there anything else you'd like to share with us? (Tips, Recommendations for Support Group)
Would you like us to email you about future support groups? Please input your email.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to reach out to sns@mushkegowuk.ca
Thank you for completing this survey!
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