Community Childcare Survey
For Friends, Family & Informal Caregivers
We aim to gain a deeper understanding of what it is like to provide informal childcare in our community. This survey is not about regulation or licensing. Responses are anonymous.
About the Care You Provide
How do you typically provide childcare? (check all that apply)
Grandchildren
Other family members' children
Friends' or neighbor's children
Occasional / as-needed
Regular weekly care
Other
Age of children you typically care for (check all that apply):
Infants
Toddlers
Preschool
School-age
Busy Times and Support
On your busiest days, what is the largest number of children you might care for at one time?
1-2
3-4
5-6
7 or more
When you are providing childcare, how often is another adult helping you?
Always or almost always
Sometimes
Rarely
Never
Why You Provide Care
Why do you provide childcare? (check all that apply):
Help family or friends
Support working parents
Limited childcare options
Extra income
Enjoyment
Other
Challenges
What are the hardest parts about providing childcare? (select up to 3):
Time or schedule demands
Managing multiple children
Cost of supplies or food
Physical demands or fatigue
Space limitation
Balancing other responsibilities
No major challenges
Support
What support would make childcare easier or more sustainable? (check all that apply):
Backup or relief care
Supplies or equipment
Optional training or information
Ideas or activities
Connection with other caregivers
Financial support
None needed
Looking Ahead
Would you consider providing childcare in a more regular or expanded way under the right circumstances?
Yes
Maybe
No
Not sure
Final Thoughts
Is there anything else you'd like us to understand?
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