Since 2011, VOCAL has carried out a survey of unpaid carers in Edinburgh and Lothian every two years, as an opportunity for carers to comment on the impact of caring on their lives, carer support services and the services provided by VOCAL. The findings from previous surveys were shared with NHS and local authority partners to inform the development of the Edinburgh and Midlothian Carer Strategies.
Midlothian Carer Survey 2023
Funded by Midlothian Health and Social Care Partnership (MHSCP) with research conducted by independent agency, Scotinform, this was a survey of carers’ experience in Midlothian and their level of satisfaction with local services. Findings from the survey, with 525 respondents, show that carers are experiencing significant financial difficulties, and limited opportunities to take a break from caring.
Edinburgh Carer Survey 2023
VOCAL conducted the 2023 Edinburgh Carer Survey jointly with Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership (EHSCP) and Scotinform. Over 1,150 carers caring for someone in Edinburgh shared their views and experiences. The report reveals the challenges and pressures faced in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the cost of living crisis, and demographic changes.
Edinburgh and Midlothian Carer Survey 2021
VOCAL conducted the 2021 Carer Survey jointly with partner agencies and Scotinform. Over 1,200 carers caring for someone in Edinburgh and Midlothian shared their views and experiences.
Edinburgh and Midlothian Carer Survey 2017
VOCAL commissioned Scotinform to carry out the 2017 carer survey with over 10,300 surveys sent out to carers in Edinburgh (7,984) and Midlothian (2,291). There was a 12% return rate for Edinburgh and 13% for Midlothian, making a total of 1,228 responses.
Edinburgh and Midlothian Carer Survey 2015
In the survey in October 2015, nearly 7,000 carers were invited by VOCAL to take part. Questions focused on carers’ experiences, the quality of VOCAL support and priorities for future developments. 940 carers responded.
2015 Midlothian Carer Survey report (full) (PDF)
