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Parenting Monaghan Strategic Plan 2027-2029 - Parent Survey
Parenting Monaghan is developing its Strategic Plan for 2027-2029. We want to understand the experiences, needs, and priorities of parents across County Monaghan. Whether or not you have used Parenting Monaghan services, your views are important and will help shape future supports for parents and families. All responses are anonymous and confidential.
Section 1: About You
1.
Which Municipal District do you live in?
Monaghan
Carrickmacross-Castleblayney
Ballybay-Clones
2.
Do you live in ?
Urban area
Rural area
If you live in a rural area, what is your nearest main town and how far are you from it?
3.
What age range are you in?
Under 25
25-34
35-44
45-54
55+
4.
What best describes your family situation?
Two-parent household
One parent household
Shared parenting/co-parenting arrangement
Foster parent
Kinship carer
Guardian
Other
If Other please specify below.
5.
How many children have you?
1
2
3
4
5+
6.
What ages are your children? (Tick all that apply)
0-4 years
5-8 years
9-12 years
13-17 years
18+ years
7.
Do any of the following apply to your family? (Tick all that apply)
Child with a disability or additional needs
Neurodivergent child (e.g. autism, ADHD)
Traveller family
New migrant family
International Protection applicant/refugee family
Parent with a disability
None of the above
Prefer not to say
Section 2: Parenting Needs and Challenges
8.
How challenging do you find the following?
Not a Challenge
Minor Challenge
Moderate Challenge
Major Challenge
Managing children's behaviour
Not a Challenge
Minor Challenge
Moderate Challenge
Major Challenge
Child mental health and wellbeing
Not a Challenge
Minor Challenge
Moderate Challenge
Major Challenge
Screen time/social media
Not a Challenge
Minor Challenge
Moderate Challenge
Major Challenge
Education/homework
Not a Challenge
Minor Challenge
Moderate Challenge
Major Challenge
Family finances
Not a Challenge
Minor Challenge
Moderate Challenge
Major Challenge
Accessing childcare
Not a Challenge
Minor Challenge
Moderate Challenge
Major Challenge
Balancing work and family life
Not a Challenge
Minor Challenge
Moderate Challenge
Major Challenge
Teenager-related issues
Not a Challenge
Minor Challenge
Moderate Challenge
Major Challenge
Accessing family support services
Not a Challenge
Minor Challenge
Moderate Challenge
Major Challenge
Parental stress and wellbeing
Not a Challenge
Minor Challenge
Moderate Challenge
Major Challenge
9.
In summary, What do you view as the three biggest challenges facing parents in County Monaghan today?
1.
2.
3.
Section 3: Awareness and Use of Parenting Monaghan
10.
Before today, had you heard of Parenting Monaghan?
Yes
No
If you answered No to Question 10 please skip to Section 5, Question 18
11.
How did you hear about Parenting Monaghan?
Social media
Friend/family
School
Public Health Nurse
Family Resource Centre
Childcare provider
Community group
Library
Website
Other
If Other please specify.
12.
Have you ever participated in a Parenting Monaghan programme, workshop, or event?
Yes
No
13.
If you answered Yes to Question 12, which of the following?
Parenting programmes
Online Parenting Hub
Website resources
Parenting talks/workshops
Family events
Social media information
Other
If Other please specify.
Section 4: Experiences of Parenting Monaghan
(Complete only if you have used Parenting Monaghan supports)
14.
Overall, how satisfied were you with the supports received?
Very satisfied
Satisfied
Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied
Dissatisfied
Very dissatisfied
15.
As a result of engaging with Parenting Monaghan, to what extent do you agree with the following?
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neither
Agree
Strongly Agree
I feel more confident as a parent
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neither
Agree
Strongly Agree
I have improved parenting skills
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neither
Agree
Strongly Agree
I understand my child's needs better
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neither
Agree
Strongly Agree
I know where to access supports when needed
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neither
Agree
Strongly Agree
My family's wellbeing has improved
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neither
Agree
Strongly Agree
I feel less isolated as a parent
Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neither
Agree
Strongly Agree
16.
What aspects of Parenting Monaghan have been most helpful?
17.
What could Parenting Monaghan improve/do more of ?
Section 5: Barriers to Access
18.
Have there been times when you needed parenting support but did not access it?
Yes
No
19.
If yes to Question 18 above, what were the main reasons for not accessing support? (Tick all that apply)
Did not know what was available
Lack of time
Transport difficulties
Childcare difficulties
Programme location
Programme times
Didn't feel services were relevant
Cost concerns
Concern about being judged
Language barriers
Accessibility needs
Other
If Other please specify below.
20.
What would make it easier for you to access parenting supports?
Section 6: Future Priorities
21.
What types of parenting support would you like to see available over the next three years? (Tick all that apply)
Parenting programmes for young children
Supports for parents of teenagers
Mental health and wellbeing supports
Neurodiversity/autism supports
Behaviour management workshops
Online webinars
Peer support groups
Family activities
One-to-one parenting support
Supports for new parents
Supports for separated/co-parenting families
Information on local services
Other
22.
Which three options from Question 21 should be the highest priorities?
1.
2.
3.
23.
How should Parenting Monaghan deliver supports? (Tick all that apply)
Face-to-face programmes
Online programmes
Blended approach
Information videos
Social media content
Parenting support groups
Community outreach sessions
Telephone support
Online Parenting Hub
Please comment further?
24.
What role should Parenting Monaghan play in County Monaghan? (Tick all that apply)
Deliver parenting programmes
Coordinate information on family supports
Advocate for parents
Develop the Parenting Hub
Provide peer support opportunities
Work with schools and community groups
Support seldom-heard parents and families
Promote parental participation in services
Other
Please comment further?
Section 7: Final Comments
25.
Looking ahead to 2027-2029, what is the single most important thing Parenting Monaghan should focus on?
26.
Do you have any additional comments or suggestions?
Thank you for taking the time to complete this Questionnaire