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Children Trust Oceana and Mason County Family Caregiver Survey

The Children Trust Oceana and Mason County Coalition is working to understand the perspective of family caregivers about the system of supports available to families in our counties. Your voice is a crucial part of this effort. The information you provide will be combined with responses from other families and providers to help us prioritize how the Coalition might offer support in our communities.
1.Think about the dreams and goals you have for yourself and your family. Please rank the following in order of what your family needs most right now to achieve your goals. Rank from (1) "need the most" to (8) "not needed" as much as the others.
1 (Need the most)
2
3
4
5
6
7
8 (Not needed as much as the others)
Safe, stable, and nurturing relationships
Day-to-day emotional support with raising children
Home visiting supports
Early care and education, including childcare
Access to mental and physical healthcare, including substance use support
Living wage employment/income and savings
Affordable housing
Access to affordable, healthy food
2.Now, thinking about your county, which of these areas are already gaining momentum for action?
Already gaining momentum for action
Not being adequately addressed
I'm not sure
Safe, stable and nurturing relationships
Day-to-day emotional support with raising children
Home visiting supports
Early care and education, including childcare
Access to mental and physical healthcare, including substance use support
Living wage employment/income and savings
Affordable housing
Access to affordable, healthy food
3.What helps families thrive in your community?
4.What makes it harder for families to reach their goals in your community?
5.How would you describe the characteristics of a strong, thriving family?
6.What does a community that truly supports families look like to you?