Personal Social Services Survey of Adult Carers in England 2021-22

Product Description

This report contains England-level findings from the Personal Social Services Survey of Adult Carers in England (SACE). Surveying carers gives vital information about the impact of people’s caring responsibilities on their quality of life. This enables greater understanding of the impact of carer support services and can inform service development.

The eligible population for the SACE is all informal, unpaid carers aged 18 and over, who are caring for someone aged 18 or over. Carers are included regardless of whether they have received an assessment or review in the previous year.

149 of the 152 Councils with Adult Social Services Responsibilities (CASSRs) took part in the 2021-22 SACE.

Due to the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19) the 2020-21 survey was postponed by one full year and took place in 2021-22. The survey will continue to take place biennially from 2021-22 onwards. It is important to bear this in mind when considering the time series charts and comparisons.

The survey asks carers questions about their caring responsibilities around the following themes:

• Information about the carer
• Information about the cared-for person
• The impact of caring and quality of life
• The quality of any information and advice received
• The carer’s needs and experiences of support
• Carers’ involvement in arranging services for the cared-for person