Community Needs Survey — Families with Children Aged 0

Community Needs Survey — Families with Children Aged 0–8 Years

Your feedback will help plan better services, support and activities for local families.
General Information
Post Code*

48024800Other
How many children do you have? *
What age group(s) do your child/children fall into?*

Under 12 months1–2 years3 - 4 years5 - 6 years7 - 8 years
Does your family identify as any of the following?*
Does your child/ren attend any of the following?*

Childcare CentreFamily ChildcareKindergartenPrepPrimary SchoolHome SchooledNo
If no, please tell us why?

I am a stay-at-home parent / caregiverFamily care options available (e.g. grandparents, relatives)Waitlist too long for Child Care / Family Day CareCost of child care is too highMy child is too young / not ready yetChild/ren are not vaccinatedPrefer to care for my child at homePrefer to home school my child/ren
Local Activities & Community Connection
Are there enough activities in the local area for children and families?*

YesSomewhatNo
If no, please explain
Do you feel there are enough inclusive activities in the local area for children with disabilities or additional needs?*

YesSomewhatNo
If no, please explain
Has your family engaged in any of the following activities in our community? (Select all that apply)*

Proserpine State School - PlaygroupCannonvale State School - PlaygroupSt Catherine's Catholic College - PlaygroupBaby Bounce - At either Cannonvale or Proserpine LibraryLittle Library Play- At either Cannonvale or Proserpine LibraryStory Time - At either Cannonvale or Proserpine LibraryMum's Coffee Time at the YWAMNew Mum's Group at the Child Health Clinics - At either Cannonvale or ProserpineSong & Dance 0-3yrs - Run by the Early Childhood Coordinator - Whitsunday Neighbourhood CentreKids Yoga & Movement - Run by the Early Childhood Coordinator - Whitsunday Neighbourhood CentreLittle Body Movers at the Duck Pond Cannonvale - Run by the Early Childhood Coordinator - Whitsunday Neighbourhood CentreMyTimePCYC Whitsundays - Play Time - 0-4yrsPCYC Whitsundays - Munchkins - 18months to 4yrsPCYC Whitsundays - Sprouts - 2.5 to 4yrsPCYC Whitsundays - Tykes - 4 to 5yrsPCYC Whitsundays - Sibs - Crawling to 5yrsNo, but aware of these activitiesNo, and not aware of these activities
Barriers & Challenges for Families
What challenges or barriers do you face in accessing activities or services for your child/children? (Select all that apply)*

Cost / MoneyTransport or Travel DistanceLack of family support nearbyLimited social supportWork or Study CommitmentsChildcare AvailabilityHealth or Disability NeedsFeeling unsure or not confident accessing services
What would make it easier for you to access activities or services in the community?*
What types of activities would you like to see more of in the local area? (Select all that apply)*

Community PlaygroupsSports and physical activitiesArts and creative activitiesSchool holiday ProgramsParent–child activitiesYouth activitiesCommunity eventsNo - Something else
Something else? please explain
Do you feel activities and services in the community are welcoming and inclusive?*

YesSomewhatNoNot sure
Do you or your family have any cultural, accessibility, or personal needs we should be aware of when planning programs?*

YesNo
If yes, please explain
Children’s Health Services
Do you feel there are enough health services available locally for children?*

YesSomewhatNoNot Sure
Which children’s health services are hardest to access in your area? (Select all that apply)*

GP / DoctorChild Health NurseSpeech TherapyOccupational TherapyPsychology / Mental Health SupportDental ServicesAllied Health ServicesSpecialist Services
Something else? please explain
What makes it difficult to access children’s health services? (Select all that apply)*

CostLong wait timesTravel distanceLimited appointment availabilityLack of information about servicesTransportCultural or language barriersNo - Something else
Something else? please explain
Child Health Information
Have you ever had contact with the Child Health Nurses in Cannonvale or Proserpine regarding your child’s development or any general concerns?*

YesNo, but aware of the serviceNo, and not aware of the service
Would you be interested in information sessions about your child’s health? (Select all that apply)*

Nutrition and FeedingSleep and RoutinesSpeech and Language DevelopmentToilet TrainingGeneral Child Health and DevelopmentNo - Something else
Something else, please explain
Childcare, Kindy & School Transitions
Would you attend information sessions about your child starting childcare, kindy, or prep? (Select all that apply)*

Choosing a Daycare or KindyEnrolment Processes and TimelinesPreparing your child for daycare/kindy/prepManaging Separation AnxietyWhat to expect in the first few weeksSchool ReadinessDoes not apply to my family - homeschoolingNo - Something else
Something else, please explain
Parent / Carer Wellbeing
How connected do you feel to other families in your local community?*

Very connectedSomewhat connectedNot very connectedNot connected at all
Would you be interested in workshops focused on your own wellbeing? (Select all that apply)*

Stress ManagementParenting ConfidenceMental Health and Self-CareConnecting with other parents/carersBalancing Family, Work, and LifeMindfulness or RelaxationNo - Something else
Something else, please explain
Final Thoughts?
Is there anything else you would like to share about raising children in this community?*
Any suggestions for future activities?*
How do you usually find out about activities or services in the community?*

Facebook / Social MediaWhitsunday Neighbourhood Centre Newsletters / EmailsWord of MouthSchool / Kindy / Daycare etcHealth ServicesCommunity NoticeboardsFriend or Family
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Community Needs Survey — Families with Children Aged 0–8 Years

General Information

Local Activities & Community Connection

Barriers & Challenges for Families

Children’s Health Services

Child Health Information

Childcare, Kindy & School Transitions

Parent / Carer Wellbeing

Final Thoughts?