Retrospective informal care career > Main measurement

Single Wave Study

General Information

Title
Main measurement
Project Number
231.2
Abstract
This is a retrospective study into informal care careers. A screening questionnaire was first presented to the entire LISS panel about the provision of informal care, i.e. the provision of assistance to acquaintances with health problems. Based on the screening, a selection was made among the respondents who provided informal care. This codebook and data set concern the main measurement.
Longitudinal Type
Single Wave Study
Begin date
02-03-2020
End date
31-03-2020
Researcher
Ellen Verbakel (Radboud University Nijmegen)
Publisher
CentERdata
Copyright
© 2021 CentERdata
Funding Organization
ODISSEI
DOI
https://doi.org/10.17026/dans-xyf-v7vu

Datasets and documentation

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Codebook in English
Codebook in Dutch

Data Files

English SPSS file
English STATA file

Variables

Variable name Variable Label Variable Type
nomem_encrNumber of the household member encryptedpreloaded
si20a_mYear and month of the field work periodconstructed
si20a001Was block B completed for person 1derived
si20a002Was block B completed for person 2derived
si20a003Was block B completed for person 3derived
si20a004Was block B completed for person 4derived
si20a005Was block B completed for person 5derived
si20a006Was block B completed for person 6derived
si20a007Was block B completed for person 7derived
si20a008[...] Please take a moment to think about the people known to you to whom you have provided or are providing informal care on account of health issues. What is the total number of people?directly measured
si20a009Are you still providing care to [person 1] at present?directly measured
si20a010What [if si20a009 = 1: is / if si20a009 = 2: is/was] the nature of your relationship to [person 1]? He or she [if si20a009 = 1: is / if si20a009 = 2: is/was] my...directly measured
si20a011What [if si20a009 = 1: is / if si20a009 = 2: is/was] the nature of your relationship to [person 1]? He or she [if si20a009 = 1: is / if si20a009 = 2: is/was] my... - Other, namelydirectly measured
si20a012Is [person 1] male or female?directly measured
si20a013When did you start providing informal care to [person 1]? Monthdirectly measured
si20a014When did you start providing informal care to [person 1]? Yeardirectly measured
si20a015When did you stop providing care to [person 1]? Monthdirectly measured
si20a016When did you stop providing care to [person 1]? Yeardirectly measured
si20a017For what reason did you stop providing care to [person 1]? Please indicate the most important reason.directly measured
si20a018For what reason did you stop providing care to [person 1]? Please indicate the most important reason. - Another reason, namelydirectly measured
si20a019For how many hours a week, on average, did you provide care...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 1]?directly measured
si20a020For how many hours a week, on average, did you provide care...[if si20a009 = 1: and how many hours do you spend now? / if si20a009 = 2: ...at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 1]?]directly measured
si20a021What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Companionship or emotional supportdirectly measured
si20a022What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Transportationdirectly measured
si20a023What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Assistance when visiting a doctor directly measured
si20a024What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Administrative helpdirectly measured
si20a025What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Help with housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a026What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Personal care (e.g. showering or visiting the toilet)directly measured
si20a027What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Nursing care (e.g. administering medicine or tending to wounds)directly measured
si20a028What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Arranging or coordinating caredirectly measured
si20a029What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Other caredirectly measured
si20a030Tasks performed [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - Companionship or emotional supportdirectly measured
si20a031Tasks performed [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - Transportationdirectly measured
si20a032Tasks performed [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - Assistance when visiting a doctor directly measured
si20a033Tasks performed [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - Administrative helpdirectly measured
si20a034Tasks performed [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - Help with housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a035Tasks performed [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - Personal care (e.g. showering or visiting the toilet)directly measured
si20a036Tasks performed [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - Nursing care (e.g. administering medicine or tending to wounds)directly measured
si20a037Tasks performed [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - Arranging or coordinating caredirectly measured
si20a038Tasks performed [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - Other caredirectly measured
si20a039Care of others at the start of the period - One or more other informal care giversdirectly measured
si20a040Care of others at the start of the period - One or more volunteersdirectly measured
si20a041Care of others at the start of the period - Home care workers or district nursesdirectly measured
si20a042Care of others at the start of the period - A private help or domestic workerdirectly measured
si20a043Care of others at the start of the period - Nursing staff in care institution or hospitaldirectly measured
si20a044Care of others at the start of the period - No one other than medirectly measured
si20a045Care of others [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - One or more other informal care givers directly measured
si20a046Care of others [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - One or more volunteersdirectly measured
si20a047Care of others [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - Home care workers or district nursesdirectly measured
si20a048Care of others [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - A private help or domestic workerdirectly measured
si20a049Care of others [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - Nursing staff in care institution or hospitaldirectly measured
si20a050Care of others [if si20a009 = 1: now / if si20a009 = 2: at the end of the period] - No one other than medirectly measured
si20a051Where did [person 1] live...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 1]?directly measured
si20a052Where did [person 1] live...[if si20a009 = 1: ...and where does [person 1] live now? / if si20a009 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 1]?]directly measured
si20a053To what extent did [person 1] have problems with regard to memory, to attention span, to thinking...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 1]?directly measured
si20a054To what extent did [person 1] have problems with regard to memory, to attention span, to thinking...[if si20a009 = 1: ...and how is that now? / if si20a009 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 1]?]directly measured
si20a055To what extent did [person 1] suffer from psychological problems, such as depression or a phobia...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 1]?directly measured
si20a056To what extent did [person 1] suffer from psychological problems, such as depression or a phobia...[if si20a009 = 1: ...and how is that now? / if si20a009 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 1]?]directly measured
si20a057Tasks that [person 1] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Walkingdirectly measured
si20a058Tasks that [person 1] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Dressingdirectly measured
si20a059Tasks that [person 1] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Eatingdirectly measured
si20a060Tasks that [person 1] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a061Tasks that [person 1] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Grocery shoppingdirectly measured
si20a062Tasks that [person 1] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Preparing a mealdirectly measured
si20a063Tasks that [person 1] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - No problems with these activitiesdirectly measured
si20a064Tasks that [person 1] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a009=1: now / if si20a009=2: at the end of the period] - Walkingdirectly measured
si20a065Tasks that [person 1] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a009=1: now / if si20a009=2: at the end of the period] - Dressingdirectly measured
si20a066Tasks that [person 1] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a009=1: now / if si20a009=2: at the end of the period] - Eatingdirectly measured
si20a067Tasks that [person 1] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a009=1: now / if si20a009=2: at the end of the period] - Housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a068Tasks that [person 1] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a009=1: now / if si20a009=2: at the end of the period] - Grocery shoppingdirectly measured
si20a069Tasks that [person 1] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a009=1: now / if si20a009=2: at the end of the period] - Preparing a mealdirectly measured
si20a070Tasks that [person 1] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a009=1: now / if si20a009=2: at the end of the period] - No problems with these activitiesdirectly measured
si20a071How old [if si20a009 = 1: is / if si20a009 = 2: was] [person 1] [if si20a009 = 2: when you stopped providing informal care]? If you do not know exactly, please estimate his/her age.directly measured
si20a072I [if si20a009 = 1: have / if si20a009 = 2: had] trouble combining my everyday activities (e.g. work, housekeeping, studying, family and leisure time) with my care activities for [person 1].directly measured
si20a073Caring for [person 1] [if si20a009 = 1: gives / if si20a009 = 2: gave] me a good feeling.directly measured
si20a074I [if si20a009 = 1: find / if si20a009 = 2: found] it difficult to deal with [person 1], for instance because our relationship [if si20a009 = 1: has / if si20a009 = 2: had] changed or because [...]directly measured
si20a075My contact with friends and acquaintances has reduced as a result of my providing care to [person 1].directly measured
si20a076By providing care, I [if si20a009 = 1: learn / if si20a009 = 2: learned] new things.directly measured
si20a077I [if si20a009 = 1: find / if si20a009 = 2: found] it taxing to provide care to [person 1].directly measured
si20a078[person 1] and I have grown closer.directly measured
si20a079My own choices in life have been restricted by the care need of [person 1].directly measured
si20a080My social environment [if si20a009 = 1: appreciates / if si20a009 = 2: appreciated] me for helping [person 1].directly measured
si20a081I [if si20a009 = 1: experience / if si20a009 = 2: experienced] loneliness as a result of my care activity.directly measured
si20a082My social environment [if si20a009 = 1: helps / if si20a009 = 2: helped] me by taking over some of my tasks, other than the care for [person 1].directly measured
si20a083I [if si20a009 = 1: experience / if si20a009 = 2: experienced] the care for [person 1] as a duty.directly measured
si20a084if si20a010 = 1: My relationship with [person 1] [if si20a009 = 1: is suffering / if si20a009 = 2: suffered] on account of my providing care to [him/her] / if si20a010 ≠1: My relationship with my (then) partner [...]directly measured
si20a085I [if si20a009 = 1: feel / if si20a009 = 2: felt] that it’s the right thing to do.directly measured
si20a086There [if si20a009 = 1: isn’t / if si20a009 = 2: wasn’t] anyone else available.directly measured
si20a087I [if si20a009 = 1: enjoy / if si20a009 = 2: enjoyed] caring for someone.directly measured
si20a088It [if si20a009 = 1: is / if si20a009 = 2: was] expected of me.directly measured
si20a089[if si20a009 = 1: Have you had a paid job since providing care / if si20a009 = 2: Did you have a paid job during the period that you provided care] to [person 1]?directly measured
si20a090Did you not have a paid job in that period, because you provided care to [person 1]?directly measured
si20a091Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start working less hours?directly measured
si20a092Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…stop working?directly measured
si20a093Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start doing different work?directly measured
si20a094Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start working in self-employment?directly measured
si20a095Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…stop attending an education program?directly measured
si20a096Consequences at work because of providing care - Have you…missed out on being promoted or being awarded an assignment?directly measured
si20a097Consequences at work because of providing care - Have you…had your work duties reduced, against your will?directly measured
si20a098I [if (si20a009 = 1 and si20a089 = 1): find / if (si20a009 = 2) or (si20a009 = 1 and si20a089 = 2): found] it stressful to combine my work with providing care to [person 1].directly measured
si20a099By caring for [person 1], I have developed skills that [if (si20a009 = 1 and si20a089 = 1): make / if (si20a009 = 2) or (si20a009 = 1 and si20a089 = 2): made] me better at my work.directly measured
si20a100I [if (si20a009 = 1 and si20a089 = 1): find / if (si20a009 = 2) or (si20a009 = 1 and si20a089 = 2): found] my work a relief for the distraction it [...] from assisting [person 1].directly measured
si20a101I often [if (si20a009 = 1 and si20a089 = 1): feel / if (si20a009 = 2) or (si20a009 = 1 and si20a089 = 2): felt] that caring for [person 1] [...] from my performance as an employee.directly measured
si20a102[if (si20a009 = 1 and si20a089 = 1): Does / if (si20a009 = 2) or (si20a009 = 1 and si20a089 = 2): Did] your manager show any understanding with regard to your caring for [person 1]? [...]directly measured
si20a103[if (si20a009 = 1 and si20a089 = 1): Do / if (si20a009 = 2) or (si20a009 = 1 and si20a089 = 2): Did] your direct colleagues show any understanding with regard to your caring for [person 1]?directly measured
si20a104[...] To what extent [if (si20a009 = 1 and si20a089 = 1): can / if (si20a009 = 2) or (si20a009 = 1 and si20a089 = 2): could] you arrange your work flexibly to combine the care for [person 1] with your work [...]? directly measured
si20a105Forms of support while providing care - Financial support (e.g. from the personal care budget, travel expense reimbursement)directly measured
si20a106Forms of support while providing care - Provisions that temporarily [if si20a009 = 1: take / if si20a009 = 2: took] over the care for [person 1] (e.g. day activities, night care, volunteer care).directly measured
si20a107Forms of support while providing care - Psychological support (e.g. peer support, training course, advice)directly measured
si20a108Are you still providing care to [person 2] at present?directly measured
si20a109What [if si20a108 = 1: is / if si20a108 = 2: is/was] the nature of your relationship to [person 2]? He or she [if si20a108 = 1: is / if si20a108 = 2: is/was] my...directly measured
si20a110What [if si20a108 = 1: is / if si20a108 = 2: is/was] the nature of your relationship to [person 2]? He or she [if si20a108 = 1: is / if si20a108 = 2: is/was] my... - Other, namelydirectly measured
si20a111Is [person 2] male or female?directly measured
si20a112When did you start providing informal care to [person 2]? Monthdirectly measured
si20a113When did you start providing informal care to [person 2]? Yeardirectly measured
si20a114When did you stop providing care to [person 2]? Monthdirectly measured
si20a115When did you stop providing care to [person 2]? Yeardirectly measured
si20a116For what reason did you stop providing care to [person 2]? Please indicate the most important reason.directly measured
si20a117For what reason did you stop providing care to [person 2]? Please indicate the most important reason. - Another reason, namelydirectly measured
si20a118For how many hours a week, on average, did you provide care...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 2]?directly measured
si20a119For how many hours a week, on average, did you provide care...[if si20a108 = 1: and how many hours do you spend now? / if si20a108 = 2: ...at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 2]?]directly measured
si20a120What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Companionship or emotional supportdirectly measured
si20a121What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Transportationdirectly measured
si20a122What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Assistance when visiting a doctor directly measured
si20a123What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Administrative helpdirectly measured
si20a124What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Help with housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a125What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Personal care (e.g. showering or visiting the toilet)directly measured
si20a126What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Nursing care (e.g. administering medicine or tending to wounds)directly measured
si20a127What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Arranging or coordinating caredirectly measured
si20a128What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Other caredirectly measured
si20a129Tasks performed [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - Companionship or emotional supportdirectly measured
si20a130Tasks performed [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - Transportationdirectly measured
si20a131Tasks performed [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - Assistance when visiting a doctor directly measured
si20a132Tasks performed [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - Administrative helpdirectly measured
si20a133Tasks performed [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - Help with housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a134Tasks performed [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - Personal care (e.g. showering or visiting the toilet)directly measured
si20a135Tasks performed [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - Nursing care (e.g. administering medicine or tending to wounds)directly measured
si20a136Tasks performed [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - Arranging or coordinating caredirectly measured
si20a137Tasks performed [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - Other caredirectly measured
si20a138Care of others at the start of the period - One or more other informal care giversdirectly measured
si20a139Care of others at the start of the period - One or more volunteersdirectly measured
si20a140Care of others at the start of the period - Home care workers or district nursesdirectly measured
si20a141Care of others at the start of the period - A private help or domestic workerdirectly measured
si20a142Care of others at the start of the period - Nursing staff in care institution or hospitaldirectly measured
si20a143Care of others at the start of the period - No one other than medirectly measured
si20a144Care of others [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - One or more other informal care givers directly measured
si20a145Care of others [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - One or more volunteersdirectly measured
si20a146Care of others [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - Home care workers or district nursesdirectly measured
si20a147Care of others [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - A private help or domestic workerdirectly measured
si20a148Care of others [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - Nursing staff in care institution or hospitaldirectly measured
si20a149Care of others [if si20a108 = 1: now / if si20a108 = 2: at the end of the period] - No one other than medirectly measured
si20a150Where did [person 2] live...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 2]?directly measured
si20a151Where did [person 2] live...[if si20a108 = 1: ...and where does [person 2] live now? / if si20a108 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 2]?]directly measured
si20a152To what extent did [person 2] have problems with regard to memory, to attention span, to thinking...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 2]?directly measured
si20a153To what extent did [person 2] have problems with regard to memory, to attention span, to thinking...[if si20a108 = 1: ...and how is that now? / if si20a108 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 2]?]directly measured
si20a154To what extent did [person 2] suffer from psychological problems, such as depression or a phobia...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 2]?directly measured
si20a155To what extent did [person 2] suffer from psychological problems, such as depression or a phobia...[if si20a108 = 1: ...and how is that now? / if si20a108 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 2]?]directly measured
si20a156Tasks that [person 2] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Walkingdirectly measured
si20a157Tasks that [person 2] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Dressingdirectly measured
si20a158Tasks that [person 2] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Eatingdirectly measured
si20a159Tasks that [person 2] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a160Tasks that [person 2] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Grocery shoppingdirectly measured
si20a161Tasks that [person 2] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Preparing a mealdirectly measured
si20a162Tasks that [person 2] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - No problems with these activitiesdirectly measured
si20a163Tasks that [person 2] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a108=1: now / if si20a108=2: at the end of the period] - Walkingdirectly measured
si20a164Tasks that [person 2] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a108=1: now / if si20a108=2: at the end of the period] - Dressingdirectly measured
si20a165Tasks that [person 2] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a108=1: now / if si20a108=2: at the end of the period] - Eatingdirectly measured
si20a166Tasks that [person 2] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a108=1: now / if si20a108=2: at the end of the period] - Housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a167Tasks that [person 2] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a108=1: now / if si20a108=2: at the end of the period] - Grocery shoppingdirectly measured
si20a168Tasks that [person 2] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a108=1: now / if si20a108=2: at the end of the period] - Preparing a mealdirectly measured
si20a169Tasks that [person 2] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a108=1: now / if si20a108=2: at the end of the period] - No problems with these activitiesdirectly measured
si20a170How old [if si20a108 = 1: is / if si20a108 = 2: was] [person 2] [if si20a108 = 2: when you stopped providing informal care]? If you do not know exactly, please estimate his/her age.directly measured
si20a171I [if si20a108 = 1: have / if si20a108 = 2: had] trouble combining my everyday activities (e.g. work, housekeeping, studying, family and leisure time) with my care activities for [person 2].directly measured
si20a172Caring for [person 2] [if si20a108 = 1: gives / if si20a108 = 2: gave] me a good feeling.directly measured
si20a173I [if si20a108 = 1: find / if si20a108 = 2: found] it difficult to deal with [person 2], for instance because our relationship [if si20a108 = 1: has / if si20a108 = 2: had] changed or because [...]directly measured
si20a174My contact with friends and acquaintances has reduced as a result of my providing care to [person 2].directly measured
si20a175By providing care, I [if si20a108 = 1: learn / if si20a108 = 2: learned] new things.directly measured
si20a176I [if si20a108 = 1: find / if si20a108 = 2: found] it taxing to provide care to [person 2].directly measured
si20a177[person 2] and I have grown closer.directly measured
si20a178My own choices in life have been restricted by the care need of [person 2].directly measured
si20a179My social environment [if si20a108 = 1: appreciates / if si20a108 = 2: appreciated] me for helping [person 2].directly measured
si20a180I [if si20a108 = 1: experience / if si20a108 = 2: experienced] loneliness as a result of my care activity.directly measured
si20a181My social environment [if si20a108 = 1: helps / if si20a108 = 2: helped] me by taking over some of my tasks, other than the care for [person 2].directly measured
si20a182I [if si20a108 = 1: experience / if si20a108 = 2: experienced] the care for [person 2] as a duty.directly measured
si20a183if si20a109 = 1: My relationship with [person 2] [if si20a108 = 1: is suffering / if si20a108 = 2: suffered] on account of my providing care to [him/her] / if si20a109 ≠1: My relationship with my (then) partner [...]directly measured
si20a184I [if si20a108 = 1: feel / if si20a108 = 2: felt] that it’s the right thing to do.directly measured
si20a185There [if si20a108 = 1: isn’t / if si20a108 = 2: wasn’t] anyone else available.directly measured
si20a186I [if si20a108 = 1: enjoy / if si20a108 = 2: enjoyed] caring for someone.directly measured
si20a187It [if si20a108 = 1: is / if si20a108 = 2: was] expected of me.directly measured
si20a188[if si20a108 = 1: Have you had a paid job since providing care / if si20a108 = 2: Did you have a paid job during the period that you provided care] to [person 2]?directly measured
si20a189Did you not have a paid job in that period, because you provided care to [person 2]?directly measured
si20a190Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start working less hours?directly measured
si20a191Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…stop working?directly measured
si20a192Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start doing different work?directly measured
si20a193Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start working in self-employment?directly measured
si20a194Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…stop attending an education program?directly measured
si20a195Consequences at work because of providing care - Have you…missed out on being promoted or being awarded an assignment?directly measured
si20a196Consequences at work because of providing care - Have you…had your work duties reduced, against your will?directly measured
si20a197I [if (si20a108 = 1 and si20a188 = 1): find / if (si20a108 = 2) or (si20a108 = 1 and si20a188 = 2): found] it stressful to combine my work with providing care to [person 2].directly measured
si20a198By caring for [person 2], I have developed skills that [if (si20a108 = 1 and si20a188 = 1): make / if (si20a108 = 2) or (si20a108 = 1 and si20a188 = 2): made] me better at my work.directly measured
si20a199I [if (si20a108 = 1 and si20a188 = 1): find / if (si20a108 = 2) or (si20a108 = 1 and si20a188 = 2): found] my work a relief for the distraction it [...] from assisting [person 2].directly measured
si20a200I often [if (si20a108 = 1 and si20a188 = 1): feel / if (si20a108 = 2) or (si20a108 = 1 and si20a188 = 2): felt] that caring for [person 2] [...] from my performance as an employee.directly measured
si20a201[if (si20a108 = 1 and si20a188 = 1): Does / if (si20a108 = 2) or (si20a108 = 1 and si20a188 = 2): Did] your manager show any understanding with regard to your caring for [person 2]? [...]directly measured
si20a202[if (si20a108 = 1 and si20a188 = 1): Do / if (si20a108 = 2) or (si20a108 = 1 and si20a188 = 2): Did] your direct colleagues show any understanding with regard to your caring for [person 2]?directly measured
si20a203[...] To what extent [if (si20a108 = 1 and si20a188 = 1): can / if (si20a108 = 2) or (si20a108 = 1 and si20a188 = 2): could] you arrange your work flexibly to combine the care for [person 2] with your work [...]? directly measured
si20a204Forms of support while providing care - Financial support (e.g. from the personal care budget, travel expense reimbursement)directly measured
si20a205Forms of support while providing care - Provisions that temporarily [if si20a108 = 1: take / if si20a108 = 2: took] over the care for [person 2] (e.g. day activities, night care, volunteer care).directly measured
si20a206Forms of support while providing care - Psychological support (e.g. peer support, training course, advice)directly measured
si20a207Are you still providing care to [person 3] at present?directly measured
si20a208What [if si20a207 = 1: is / if si20a207 = 2: is/was] the nature of your relationship to [person 3]? He or she [if si20a207 = 1: is / if si20a207 = 2: is/was] my...directly measured
si20a209What [if si20a207 = 1: is / if si20a207 = 2: is/was] the nature of your relationship to [person 3]? He or she [if si20a207 = 1: is / if si20a207 = 2: is/was] my... - Other, namelydirectly measured
si20a210Is [person 3] male or female?directly measured
si20a211When did you start providing informal care to [person 3]? Monthdirectly measured
si20a212When did you start providing informal care to [person 3]? Yeardirectly measured
si20a213When did you stop providing care to [person 3]? Monthdirectly measured
si20a214When did you stop providing care to [person 3]? Yeardirectly measured
si20a215For what reason did you stop providing care to [person 3]? Please indicate the most important reason.directly measured
si20a216For what reason did you stop providing care to [person 3]? Please indicate the most important reason. - Another reason, namelydirectly measured
si20a217For how many hours a week, on average, did you provide care...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 3]?directly measured
si20a218For how many hours a week, on average, did you provide care...[if si20a207 = 1: and how many hours do you spend now? / if si20a207 = 2: ...at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 3]?]directly measured
si20a219What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Companionship or emotional supportdirectly measured
si20a220What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Transportationdirectly measured
si20a221What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Assistance when visiting a doctor directly measured
si20a222What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Administrative helpdirectly measured
si20a223What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Help with housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a224What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Personal care (e.g. showering or visiting the toilet)directly measured
si20a225What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Nursing care (e.g. administering medicine or tending to wounds)directly measured
si20a226What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Arranging or coordinating caredirectly measured
si20a227What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Other caredirectly measured
si20a228Tasks performed [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - Companionship or emotional supportdirectly measured
si20a229Tasks performed [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - Transportationdirectly measured
si20a230Tasks performed [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - Assistance when visiting a doctor directly measured
si20a231Tasks performed [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - Administrative helpdirectly measured
si20a232Tasks performed [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - Help with housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a233Tasks performed [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - Personal care (e.g. showering or visiting the toilet)directly measured
si20a234Tasks performed [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - Nursing care (e.g. administering medicine or tending to wounds)directly measured
si20a235Tasks performed [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - Arranging or coordinating caredirectly measured
si20a236Tasks performed [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - Other caredirectly measured
si20a237Care of others at the start of the period - One or more other informal care giversdirectly measured
si20a238Care of others at the start of the period - One or more volunteersdirectly measured
si20a239Care of others at the start of the period - Home care workers or district nursesdirectly measured
si20a240Care of others at the start of the period - A private help or domestic workerdirectly measured
si20a241Care of others at the start of the period - Nursing staff in care institution or hospitaldirectly measured
si20a242Care of others at the start of the period - No one other than medirectly measured
si20a243Care of others [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - One or more other informal care givers directly measured
si20a244Care of others [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - One or more volunteersdirectly measured
si20a245Care of others [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - Home care workers or district nursesdirectly measured
si20a246Care of others [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - A private help or domestic workerdirectly measured
si20a247Care of others [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - Nursing staff in care institution or hospitaldirectly measured
si20a248Care of others [if si20a207 = 1: now / if si20a207 = 2: at the end of the period] - No one other than medirectly measured
si20a249Where did [person 3] live...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 3]?directly measured
si20a250Where did [person 3] live...[if si20a207 = 1: ...and where does [person 3] live now? / if si20a207 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 3]?]directly measured
si20a251To what extent did [person 3] have problems with regard to memory, to attention span, to thinking...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 3]?directly measured
si20a252To what extent did [person 3] have problems with regard to memory, to attention span, to thinking...[if si20a207 = 1: ...and how is that now? / if si20a207 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 3]?]directly measured
si20a253To what extent did [person 3] suffer from psychological problems, such as depression or a phobia...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 3]?directly measured
si20a254To what extent did [person 3] suffer from psychological problems, such as depression or a phobia...[if si20a207 = 1: ...and how is that now? / if si20a207 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 3]?]directly measured
si20a255Tasks that [person 3] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Walkingdirectly measured
si20a256Tasks that [person 3] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Dressingdirectly measured
si20a257Tasks that [person 3] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Eatingdirectly measured
si20a258Tasks that [person 3] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a259Tasks that [person 3] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Grocery shoppingdirectly measured
si20a260Tasks that [person 3] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Preparing a mealdirectly measured
si20a261Tasks that [person 3] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - No problems with these activitiesdirectly measured
si20a262Tasks that [person 3] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a207=1: now / if si20a207=2: at the end of the period] - Walkingdirectly measured
si20a263Tasks that [person 3] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a207=1: now / if si20a207=2: at the end of the period] - Dressingdirectly measured
si20a264Tasks that [person 3] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a207=1: now / if si20a207=2: at the end of the period] - Eatingdirectly measured
si20a265Tasks that [person 3] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a207=1: now / if si20a207=2: at the end of the period] - Housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a266Tasks that [person 3] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a207=1: now / if si20a207=2: at the end of the period] - Grocery shoppingdirectly measured
si20a267Tasks that [person 3] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a207=1: now / if si20a207=2: at the end of the period] - Preparing a mealdirectly measured
si20a268Tasks that [person 3] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a207=1: now / if si20a207=2: at the end of the period] - No problems with these activitiesdirectly measured
si20a269How old [if si20a207 = 1: is / if si20a207 = 2: was] [person 3] [if si20a207 = 2: when you stopped providing informal care]? If you do not know exactly, please estimate his/her age.directly measured
si20a270I [if si20a207 = 1: have / if si20a207 = 2: had] trouble combining my everyday activities (e.g. work, housekeeping, studying, family and leisure time) with my care activities for [person 3].directly measured
si20a271Caring for [person 3] [if si20a207 = 1: gives / if si20a207 = 2: gave] me a good feeling.directly measured
si20a272I [if si20a207 = 1: find / if si20a207 = 2: found] it difficult to deal with [person 3], for instance because our relationship [if si20a207 = 1: has / if si20a207 = 2: had] changed or because [...]directly measured
si20a273My contact with friends and acquaintances has reduced as a result of my providing care to [person 3].directly measured
si20a274By providing care, I [if si20a207 = 1: learn / if si20a207 = 2: learned] new things.directly measured
si20a275I [if si20a207 = 1: find / if si20a207 = 2: found] it taxing to provide care to [person 3].directly measured
si20a276[person 3] and I have grown closer.directly measured
si20a277My own choices in life have been restricted by the care need of [person 3].directly measured
si20a278My social environment [if si20a207 = 1: appreciates / if si20a207 = 2: appreciated] me for helping [person 3].directly measured
si20a279I [if si20a207 = 1: experience / if si20a207 = 2: experienced] loneliness as a result of my care activity.directly measured
si20a280My social environment [if si20a207 = 1: helps / if si20a207 = 2: helped] me by taking over some of my tasks, other than the care for [person 3].directly measured
si20a281I [if si20a207 = 1: experience / if si20a207 = 2: experienced] the care for [person 3] as a duty.directly measured
si20a282if si20a208 = 1: My relationship with [person 3] [if si20a207 = 1: is suffering / if si20a207 = 2: suffered] on account of my providing care to [him/her] / if si20a208 ≠1: My relationship with my (then) partner [...]directly measured
si20a283I [if si20a207 = 1: feel / if si20a207 = 2: felt] that it’s the right thing to do.directly measured
si20a284There [if si20a207 = 1: isn’t / if si20a207 = 2: wasn’t] anyone else available.directly measured
si20a285I [if si20a207 = 1: enjoy / if si20a207 = 2: enjoyed] caring for someone.directly measured
si20a286It [if si20a207 = 1: is / if si20a207 = 2: was] expected of me.directly measured
si20a287[if si20a207 = 1: Have you had a paid job since providing care / if si20a207 = 2: Did you have a paid job during the period that you provided care] to [person 3]?directly measured
si20a288Did you not have a paid job in that period, because you provided care to [person 3]?directly measured
si20a289Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start working less hours?directly measured
si20a290Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…stop working?directly measured
si20a291Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start doing different work?directly measured
si20a292Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start working in self-employment?directly measured
si20a293Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…stop attending an education program?directly measured
si20a294Consequences at work because of providing care - Have you…missed out on being promoted or being awarded an assignment?directly measured
si20a295Consequences at work because of providing care - Have you…had your work duties reduced, against your will?directly measured
si20a296I [if (si20a207 = 1 and si20a287 = 1): find / if (si20a207 = 2) or (si20a207 = 1 and si20a287 = 2): found] it stressful to combine my work with providing care to [person 3].directly measured
si20a297By caring for [person 3], I have developed skills that [if (si20a207 = 1 and si20a287 = 1): make / if (si20a207 = 2) or (si20a207 = 1 and si20a287 = 2): made] me better at my work.directly measured
si20a298I [if (si20a207 = 1 and si20a287 = 1): find / if (si20a207 = 2) or (si20a207 = 1 and si20a287 = 2): found] my work a relief for the distraction it [...] from assisting [person 3].directly measured
si20a299I often [if (si20a207 = 1 and si20a287 = 1): feel / if (si20a207 = 2) or (si20a207 = 1 and si20a287 = 2): felt] that caring for [person 3] [...] from my performance as an employee.directly measured
si20a300[if (si20a207 = 1 and si20a287 = 1): Does / if (si20a207 = 2) or (si20a207 = 1 and si20a287 = 2): Did] your manager show any understanding with regard to your caring for [person 3]? [...]directly measured
si20a301[if (si20a207 = 1 and si20a287 = 1): Do / if (si20a207 = 2) or (si20a207 = 1 and si20a287 = 2): Did] your direct colleagues show any understanding with regard to your caring for [person 3]?directly measured
si20a302[...] To what extent [if (si20a207 = 1 and si20a287 = 1): can / if (si20a207 = 2) or (si20a207 = 1 and si20a287 = 2): could] you arrange your work flexibly to combine the care for [person 3] with your work [...]? directly measured
si20a303Forms of support while providing care - Financial support (e.g. from the personal care budget, travel expense reimbursement)directly measured
si20a304Forms of support while providing care - Provisions that temporarily [if si20a207 = 1: take / if si20a207 = 2: took] over the care for [person 3] (e.g. day activities, night care, volunteer care).directly measured
si20a305Forms of support while providing care - Psychological support (e.g. peer support, training course, advice)directly measured
si20a306Are you still providing care to [person 4] at present?directly measured
si20a307What [if si20a306 = 1: is / if si20a306 = 2: is/was] the nature of your relationship to [person 4]? He or she [if si20a306 = 1: is / if si20a306 = 2: is/was] my...directly measured
si20a308What [if si20a306 = 1: is / if si20a306 = 2: is/was] the nature of your relationship to [person 4]? He or she [if si20a306 = 1: is / if si20a306 = 2: is/was] my... - Other, namelydirectly measured
si20a309Is [person 4] male or female?directly measured
si20a310When did you start providing informal care to [person 4]? Monthdirectly measured
si20a311When did you start providing informal care to [person 4]? Yeardirectly measured
si20a312When did you stop providing care to [person 4]? Monthdirectly measured
si20a313When did you stop providing care to [person 4]? Yeardirectly measured
si20a314For what reason did you stop providing care to [person 4]? Please indicate the most important reason.directly measured
si20a315For what reason did you stop providing care to [person 4]? Please indicate the most important reason. - Another reason, namelydirectly measured
si20a316For how many hours a week, on average, did you provide care...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 4]?directly measured
si20a317For how many hours a week, on average, did you provide care...[if si20a306 = 1: and how many hours do you spend now? / if si20a306 = 2: ...at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 4]?]directly measured
si20a318What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Companionship or emotional supportdirectly measured
si20a319What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Transportationdirectly measured
si20a320What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Assistance when visiting a doctor directly measured
si20a321What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Administrative helpdirectly measured
si20a322What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Help with housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a323What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Personal care (e.g. showering or visiting the toilet)directly measured
si20a324What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Nursing care (e.g. administering medicine or tending to wounds)directly measured
si20a325What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Arranging or coordinating caredirectly measured
si20a326What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Other caredirectly measured
si20a327Tasks performed [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - Companionship or emotional supportdirectly measured
si20a328Tasks performed [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - Transportationdirectly measured
si20a329Tasks performed [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - Assistance when visiting a doctor directly measured
si20a330Tasks performed [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - Administrative helpdirectly measured
si20a331Tasks performed [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - Help with housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a332Tasks performed [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - Personal care (e.g. showering or visiting the toilet)directly measured
si20a333Tasks performed [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - Nursing care (e.g. administering medicine or tending to wounds)directly measured
si20a334Tasks performed [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - Arranging or coordinating caredirectly measured
si20a335Tasks performed [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - Other caredirectly measured
si20a336Care of others at the start of the period - One or more other informal care giversdirectly measured
si20a337Care of others at the start of the period - One or more volunteersdirectly measured
si20a338Care of others at the start of the period - Home care workers or district nursesdirectly measured
si20a339Care of others at the start of the period - A private help or domestic workerdirectly measured
si20a340Care of others at the start of the period - Nursing staff in care institution or hospitaldirectly measured
si20a341Care of others at the start of the period - No one other than medirectly measured
si20a342Care of others [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - One or more other informal care givers directly measured
si20a343Care of others [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - One or more volunteersdirectly measured
si20a344Care of others [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - Home care workers or district nursesdirectly measured
si20a345Care of others [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - A private help or domestic workerdirectly measured
si20a346Care of others [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - Nursing staff in care institution or hospitaldirectly measured
si20a347Care of others [if si20a306 = 1: now / if si20a306 = 2: at the end of the period] - No one other than medirectly measured
si20a348Where did [person 4] live...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 4]?directly measured
si20a349Where did [person 4] live...[if si20a306 = 1: ...and where does [person 4] live now? / if si20a306 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 4]?]directly measured
si20a350To what extent did [person 4] have problems with regard to memory, to attention span, to thinking...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 4]?directly measured
si20a351To what extent did [person 4] have problems with regard to memory, to attention span, to thinking...[if si20a306 = 1: ...and how is that now? / if si20a306 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 4]?]directly measured
si20a352To what extent did [person 4] suffer from psychological problems, such as depression or a phobia...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 4]?directly measured
si20a353To what extent did [person 4] suffer from psychological problems, such as depression or a phobia...[if si20a306 = 1: ...and how is that now? / if si20a306 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 4]?]directly measured
si20a354Tasks that [person 4] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Walkingdirectly measured
si20a355Tasks that [person 4] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Dressingdirectly measured
si20a356Tasks that [person 4] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Eatingdirectly measured
si20a357Tasks that [person 4] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a358Tasks that [person 4] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Grocery shoppingdirectly measured
si20a359Tasks that [person 4] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Preparing a mealdirectly measured
si20a360Tasks that [person 4] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - No problems with these activitiesdirectly measured
si20a361Tasks that [person 4] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a306=1: now / if si20a306=2: at the end of the period] - Walkingdirectly measured
si20a362Tasks that [person 4] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a306=1: now / if si20a306=2: at the end of the period] - Dressingdirectly measured
si20a363Tasks that [person 4] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a306=1: now / if si20a306=2: at the end of the period] - Eatingdirectly measured
si20a364Tasks that [person 4] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a306=1: now / if si20a306=2: at the end of the period] - Housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a365Tasks that [person 4] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a306=1: now / if si20a306=2: at the end of the period] - Grocery shoppingdirectly measured
si20a366Tasks that [person 4] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a306=1: now / if si20a306=2: at the end of the period] - Preparing a mealdirectly measured
si20a367Tasks that [person 4] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a306=1: now / if si20a306=2: at the end of the period] - No problems with these activitiesdirectly measured
si20a368How old [if si20a306 = 1: is / if si20a306 = 2: was] [person 4] [if si20a306 = 2: when you stopped providing informal care]? If you do not know exactly, please estimate his/her age.directly measured
si20a369I [if si20a306 = 1: have / if si20a306 = 2: had] trouble combining my everyday activities (e.g. work, housekeeping, studying, family and leisure time) with my care activities for [person 4].directly measured
si20a370Caring for [person 4] [if si20a306 = 1: gives / if si20a306 = 2: gave] me a good feeling.directly measured
si20a371I [if si20a306 = 1: find / if si20a306 = 2: found] it difficult to deal with [person 4], for instance because our relationship [if si20a306 = 1: has / if si20a306 = 2: had] changed or because [...]directly measured
si20a372My contact with friends and acquaintances has reduced as a result of my providing care to [person 4].directly measured
si20a373By providing care, I [if si20a306 = 1: learn / if si20a306 = 2: learned] new things.directly measured
si20a374I [if si20a306 = 1: find / if si20a306 = 2: found] it taxing to provide care to [person 4].directly measured
si20a375[person 4] and I have grown closer.directly measured
si20a376My own choices in life have been restricted by the care need of [person 4].directly measured
si20a377My social environment [if si20a306 = 1: appreciates / if si20a306 = 2: appreciated] me for helping [person 4].directly measured
si20a378I [if si20a306 = 1: experience / if si20a306 = 2: experienced] loneliness as a result of my care activity.directly measured
si20a379My social environment [if si20a306 = 1: helps / if si20a306 = 2: helped] me by taking over some of my tasks, other than the care for [person 4].directly measured
si20a380I [if si20a306 = 1: experience / if si20a306 = 2: experienced] the care for [person 4] as a duty.directly measured
si20a381if si20a307 = 1: My relationship with [person 4] [if si20a306 = 1: is suffering / if si20a306 = 2: suffered] on account of my providing care to [him/her] / if si20a307 ≠1: My relationship with my (then) partner [...]directly measured
si20a382I [if si20a306 = 1: feel / if si20a306 = 2: felt] that it’s the right thing to do.directly measured
si20a383There [if si20a306 = 1: isn’t / if si20a306 = 2: wasn’t] anyone else available.directly measured
si20a384I [if si20a306 = 1: enjoy / if si20a306 = 2: enjoyed] caring for someone.directly measured
si20a385It [if si20a306 = 1: is / if si20a306 = 2: was] expected of me.directly measured
si20a386[if si20a306 = 1: Have you had a paid job since providing care / if si20a306 = 2: Did you have a paid job during the period that you provided care] to [person 4]?directly measured
si20a387Did you not have a paid job in that period, because you provided care to [person 4]?directly measured
si20a388Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start working less hours?directly measured
si20a389Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…stop working?directly measured
si20a390Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start doing different work?directly measured
si20a391Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start working in self-employment?directly measured
si20a392Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…stop attending an education program?directly measured
si20a393Consequences at work because of providing care - Have you…missed out on being promoted or being awarded an assignment?directly measured
si20a394Consequences at work because of providing care - Have you…had your work duties reduced, against your will?directly measured
si20a395I [if (si20a306 = 1 and si20a386 = 1): find / if (si20a306 = 2) or (si20a306 = 1 and si20a386 = 2): found] it stressful to combine my work with providing care to [person 4].directly measured
si20a396By caring for [person 4], I have developed skills that [if (si20a306 = 1 and si20a386 = 1): make / if (si20a306 = 2) or (si20a306 = 1 and si20a386 = 2): made] me better at my work.directly measured
si20a397I [if (si20a306 = 1 and si20a386 = 1): find / if (si20a306 = 2) or (si20a306 = 1 and si20a386 = 2): found] my work a relief for the distraction it [...] from assisting [person 4].directly measured
si20a398I often [if (si20a306 = 1 and si20a386 = 1): feel / if (si20a306 = 2) or (si20a306 = 1 and si20a386 = 2): felt] that caring for [person 4] [...] from my performance as an employee.directly measured
si20a399[if (si20a306 = 1 and si20a386 = 1): Does / if (si20a306 = 2) or (si20a306 = 1 and si20a386 = 2): Did] your manager show any understanding with regard to your caring for [person 4]? [...]directly measured
si20a400[if (si20a306 = 1 and si20a386 = 1): Do / if (si20a306 = 2) or (si20a306 = 1 and si20a386 = 2): Did] your direct colleagues show any understanding with regard to your caring for [person 4]?directly measured
si20a401[...] To what extent [if (si20a306 = 1 and si20a386 = 1): can / if (si20a306 = 2) or (si20a306 = 1 and si20a386 = 2): could] you arrange your work flexibly to combine the care for [person 4] with your work [...]? directly measured
si20a402Forms of support while providing care - Financial support (e.g. from the personal care budget, travel expense reimbursement)directly measured
si20a403Forms of support while providing care - Provisions that temporarily [if si20a306 = 1: take / if si20a306 = 2: took] over the care for [person 4] (e.g. day activities, night care, volunteer care).directly measured
si20a404Forms of support while providing care - Psychological support (e.g. peer support, training course, advice)directly measured
si20a405Are you still providing care to [person 5] at present?directly measured
si20a406What [if si20a405 = 1: is / if si20a405 = 2: is/was] the nature of your relationship to [person 5]? He or she [if si20a405 = 1: is / if si20a405 = 2: is/was] my...directly measured
si20a407What [if si20a405 = 1: is / if si20a405 = 2: is/was] the nature of your relationship to [person 5]? He or she [if si20a405 = 1: is / if si20a405 = 2: is/was] my... - Other, namelydirectly measured
si20a408Is [person 5] male or female?directly measured
si20a409When did you start providing informal care to [person 5]? Monthdirectly measured
si20a410When did you start providing informal care to [person 5]? Yeardirectly measured
si20a411When did you stop providing care to [person 5]? Monthdirectly measured
si20a412When did you stop providing care to [person 5]? Yeardirectly measured
si20a413For what reason did you stop providing care to [person 5]? Please indicate the most important reason.directly measured
si20a414For what reason did you stop providing care to [person 5]? Please indicate the most important reason. - Another reason, namelydirectly measured
si20a415For how many hours a week, on average, did you provide care...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 5]?directly measured
si20a416For how many hours a week, on average, did you provide care...[if si20a405 = 1: and how many hours do you spend now? / if si20a405 = 2: ...at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 5]?]directly measured
si20a417What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Companionship or emotional supportdirectly measured
si20a418What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Transportationdirectly measured
si20a419What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Assistance when visiting a doctor directly measured
si20a420What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Administrative helpdirectly measured
si20a421What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Help with housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a422What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Personal care (e.g. showering or visiting the toilet)directly measured
si20a423What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Nursing care (e.g. administering medicine or tending to wounds)directly measured
si20a424What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Arranging or coordinating caredirectly measured
si20a425What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Other caredirectly measured
si20a426Tasks performed [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - Companionship or emotional supportdirectly measured
si20a427Tasks performed [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - Transportationdirectly measured
si20a428Tasks performed [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - Assistance when visiting a doctor directly measured
si20a429Tasks performed [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - Administrative helpdirectly measured
si20a430Tasks performed [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - Help with housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a431Tasks performed [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - Personal care (e.g. showering or visiting the toilet)directly measured
si20a432Tasks performed [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - Nursing care (e.g. administering medicine or tending to wounds)directly measured
si20a433Tasks performed [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - Arranging or coordinating caredirectly measured
si20a434Tasks performed [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - Other caredirectly measured
si20a435Care of others at the start of the period - One or more other informal care giversdirectly measured
si20a436Care of others at the start of the period - One or more volunteersdirectly measured
si20a437Care of others at the start of the period - Home care workers or district nursesdirectly measured
si20a438Care of others at the start of the period - A private help or domestic workerdirectly measured
si20a439Care of others at the start of the period - Nursing staff in care institution or hospitaldirectly measured
si20a440Care of others at the start of the period - No one other than medirectly measured
si20a441Care of others [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - One or more other informal care givers directly measured
si20a442Care of others [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - One or more volunteersdirectly measured
si20a443Care of others [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - Home care workers or district nursesdirectly measured
si20a444Care of others [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - A private help or domestic workerdirectly measured
si20a445Care of others [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - Nursing staff in care institution or hospitaldirectly measured
si20a446Care of others [if si20a405 = 1: now / if si20a405 = 2: at the end of the period] - No one other than medirectly measured
si20a447Where did [person 5] live...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 5]?directly measured
si20a448Where did [person 5] live...[if si20a405 = 1: ...and where does [person 5] live now? / if si20a405 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 5]?]directly measured
si20a449To what extent did [person 5] have problems with regard to memory, to attention span, to thinking...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 5]?directly measured
si20a450To what extent did [person 5] have problems with regard to memory, to attention span, to thinking...[if si20a405 = 1: ...and how is that now? / if si20a405 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 5]?]directly measured
si20a451To what extent did [person 5] suffer from psychological problems, such as depression or a phobia...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 5]?directly measured
si20a452To what extent did [person 5] suffer from psychological problems, such as depression or a phobia...[if si20a405 = 1: ...and how is that now? / if si20a405 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 5]?]directly measured
si20a453Tasks that [person 5] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Walkingdirectly measured
si20a454Tasks that [person 5] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Dressingdirectly measured
si20a455Tasks that [person 5] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Eatingdirectly measured
si20a456Tasks that [person 5] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a457Tasks that [person 5] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Grocery shoppingdirectly measured
si20a458Tasks that [person 5] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Preparing a mealdirectly measured
si20a459Tasks that [person 5] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - No problems with these activitiesdirectly measured
si20a460Tasks that [person 5] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a405=1: now / if si20a405=2: at the end of the period] - Walkingdirectly measured
si20a461Tasks that [person 5] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a405=1: now / if si20a405=2: at the end of the period] - Dressingdirectly measured
si20a462Tasks that [person 5] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a405=1: now / if si20a405=2: at the end of the period] - Eatingdirectly measured
si20a463Tasks that [person 5] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a405=1: now / if si20a405=2: at the end of the period] - Housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a464Tasks that [person 5] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a405=1: now / if si20a405=2: at the end of the period] - Grocery shoppingdirectly measured
si20a465Tasks that [person 5] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a405=1: now / if si20a405=2: at the end of the period] - Preparing a mealdirectly measured
si20a466Tasks that [person 5] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a405=1: now / if si20a405=2: at the end of the period] - No problems with these activitiesdirectly measured
si20a467How old [if si20a405 = 1: is / if si20a405 = 2: was] [person 5] [if si20a405 = 2: when you stopped providing informal care]? If you do not know exactly, please estimate his/her age.directly measured
si20a468I [if si20a405 = 1: have / if si20a405 = 2: had] trouble combining my everyday activities (e.g. work, housekeeping, studying, family and leisure time) with my care activities for [person 5].directly measured
si20a469Caring for [person 5] [if si20a405 = 1: gives / if si20a405 = 2: gave] me a good feeling.directly measured
si20a470I [if si20a405 = 1: find / if si20a405 = 2: found] it difficult to deal with [person 5], for instance because our relationship [if si20a405 = 1: has / if si20a405 = 2: had] changed or because [...]directly measured
si20a471My contact with friends and acquaintances has reduced as a result of my providing care to [person 5].directly measured
si20a472By providing care, I [if si20a405 = 1: learn / if si20a405 = 2: learned] new things.directly measured
si20a473I [if si20a405 = 1: find / if si20a405 = 2: found] it taxing to provide care to [person 5].directly measured
si20a474[person 5] and I have grown closer.directly measured
si20a475My own choices in life have been restricted by the care need of [person 5].directly measured
si20a476My social environment [if si20a405 = 1: appreciates / if si20a405 = 2: appreciated] me for helping [person 5].directly measured
si20a477I [if si20a405 = 1: experience / if si20a405 = 2: experienced] loneliness as a result of my care activity.directly measured
si20a478My social environment [if si20a405 = 1: helps / if si20a405 = 2: helped] me by taking over some of my tasks, other than the care for [person 5].directly measured
si20a479I [if si20a405 = 1: experience / if si20a405 = 2: experienced] the care for [person 5] as a duty.directly measured
si20a480if si20a406 = 1: My relationship with [person 5] [if si20a405 = 1: is suffering / if si20a405 = 2: suffered] on account of my providing care to [him/her] / if si20a406 ≠1: My relationship with my (then) partner [...]directly measured
si20a481I [if si20a405 = 1: feel / if si20a405 = 2: felt] that it’s the right thing to do.directly measured
si20a482There [if si20a405 = 1: isn’t / if si20a405 = 2: wasn’t] anyone else available.directly measured
si20a483I [if si20a405 = 1: enjoy / if si20a405 = 2: enjoyed] caring for someone.directly measured
si20a484It [if si20a405 = 1: is / if si20a405 = 2: was] expected of me.directly measured
si20a485[if si20a405 = 1: Have you had a paid job since providing care / if si20a405 = 2: Did you have a paid job during the period that you provided care] to [person 5]?directly measured
si20a486Did you not have a paid job in that period, because you provided care to [person 5]?directly measured
si20a487Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start working less hours?directly measured
si20a488Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…stop working?directly measured
si20a489Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start doing different work?directly measured
si20a490Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start working in self-employment?directly measured
si20a491Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…stop attending an education program?directly measured
si20a492Consequences at work because of providing care - Have you…missed out on being promoted or being awarded an assignment?directly measured
si20a493Consequences at work because of providing care - Have you…had your work duties reduced, against your will?directly measured
si20a494I [if (si20a405 = 1 and si20a485 = 1): find / if (si20a405 = 2) or (si20a405 = 1 and si20a485 = 2): found] it stressful to combine my work with providing care to [person 5].directly measured
si20a495By caring for [person 5], I have developed skills that [if (si20a405 = 1 and si20a485 = 1): make / if (si20a405 = 2) or (si20a405 = 1 and si20a485 = 2): made] me better at my work.directly measured
si20a496I [if (si20a405 = 1 and si20a485 = 1): find / if (si20a405 = 2) or (si20a405 = 1 and si20a485 = 2): found] my work a relief for the distraction it [...] from assisting [person 5].directly measured
si20a497I often [if (si20a405 = 1 and si20a485 = 1): feel / if (si20a405 = 2) or (si20a405 = 1 and si20a485 = 2): felt] that caring for [person 5] [...] from my performance as an employee.directly measured
si20a498[if (si20a405 = 1 and si20a485 = 1): Does / if (si20a405 = 2) or (si20a405 = 1 and si20a485 = 2): Did] your manager show any understanding with regard to your caring for [person 5]? [...]directly measured
si20a499[if (si20a405 = 1 and si20a485 = 1): Do / if (si20a405 = 2) or (si20a405 = 1 and si20a485 = 2): Did] your direct colleagues show any understanding with regard to your caring for [person 5]?directly measured
si20a500[...] To what extent [if (si20a405 = 1 and si20a485 = 1): can / if (si20a405 = 2) or (si20a405 = 1 and si20a485 = 2): could] you arrange your work flexibly to combine the care for [person 5] with your work [...]? directly measured
si20a501Forms of support while providing care - Financial support (e.g. from the personal care budget, travel expense reimbursement)directly measured
si20a502Forms of support while providing care - Provisions that temporarily [if si20a405 = 1: take / if si20a405 = 2: took] over the care for [person 5] (e.g. day activities, night care, volunteer care).directly measured
si20a503Forms of support while providing care - Psychological support (e.g. peer support, training course, advice)directly measured
si20a504Are you still providing care to [person 6] at present?directly measured
si20a505What [if si20a504 = 1: is / if si20a504 = 2: is/was] the nature of your relationship to [person 6]? He or she [if si20a504 = 1: is / if si20a504 = 2: is/was] my...directly measured
si20a506What [if si20a504 = 1: is / if si20a504 = 2: is/was] the nature of your relationship to [person 6]? He or she [if si20a504 = 1: is / if si20a504 = 2: is/was] my... - Other, namelydirectly measured
si20a507Is [person 6] male or female?directly measured
si20a508When did you start providing informal care to [person 6]? Monthdirectly measured
si20a509When did you start providing informal care to [person 6]? Yeardirectly measured
si20a510When did you stop providing care to [person 6]? Monthdirectly measured
si20a511When did you stop providing care to [person 6]? Yeardirectly measured
si20a512For what reason did you stop providing care to [person 6]? Please indicate the most important reason.directly measured
si20a513For what reason did you stop providing care to [person 6]? Please indicate the most important reason. - Another reason, namelydirectly measured
si20a514For how many hours a week, on average, did you provide care...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 6]?directly measured
si20a515For how many hours a week, on average, did you provide care...[if si20a504 = 1: and how many hours do you spend now? / if si20a504 = 2: ...at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 6]?]directly measured
si20a516What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Companionship or emotional supportdirectly measured
si20a517What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Transportationdirectly measured
si20a518What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Assistance when visiting a doctor directly measured
si20a519What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Administrative helpdirectly measured
si20a520What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Help with housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a521What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Personal care (e.g. showering or visiting the toilet)directly measured
si20a522What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Nursing care (e.g. administering medicine or tending to wounds)directly measured
si20a523What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Arranging or coordinating caredirectly measured
si20a524What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Other caredirectly measured
si20a525Tasks performed [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - Companionship or emotional supportdirectly measured
si20a526Tasks performed [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - Transportationdirectly measured
si20a527Tasks performed [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - Assistance when visiting a doctor directly measured
si20a528Tasks performed [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - Administrative helpdirectly measured
si20a529Tasks performed [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - Help with housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a530Tasks performed [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - Personal care (e.g. showering or visiting the toilet)directly measured
si20a531Tasks performed [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - Nursing care (e.g. administering medicine or tending to wounds)directly measured
si20a532Tasks performed [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - Arranging or coordinating caredirectly measured
si20a533Tasks performed [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - Other caredirectly measured
si20a534Care of others at the start of the period - One or more other informal care giversdirectly measured
si20a535Care of others at the start of the period - One or more volunteersdirectly measured
si20a536Care of others at the start of the period - Home care workers or district nursesdirectly measured
si20a537Care of others at the start of the period - A private help or domestic workerdirectly measured
si20a538Care of others at the start of the period - Nursing staff in care institution or hospitaldirectly measured
si20a539Care of others at the start of the period - No one other than medirectly measured
si20a540Care of others [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - One or more other informal care givers directly measured
si20a541Care of others [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - One or more volunteersdirectly measured
si20a542Care of others [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - Home care workers or district nursesdirectly measured
si20a543Care of others [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - A private help or domestic workerdirectly measured
si20a544Care of others [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - Nursing staff in care institution or hospitaldirectly measured
si20a545Care of others [if si20a504 = 1: now / if si20a504 = 2: at the end of the period] - No one other than medirectly measured
si20a546Where did [person 6] live...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 6]?directly measured
si20a547Where did [person 6] live...[if si20a504 = 1: ...and where does [person 6] live now? / if si20a504 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 6]?]directly measured
si20a548To what extent did [person 6] have problems with regard to memory, to attention span, to thinking...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 6]?directly measured
si20a549To what extent did [person 6] have problems with regard to memory, to attention span, to thinking...[if si20a504 = 1: ...and how is that now? / if si20a504 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 6]?]directly measured
si20a550To what extent did [person 6] suffer from psychological problems, such as depression or a phobia...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 6]?directly measured
si20a551To what extent did [person 6] suffer from psychological problems, such as depression or a phobia...[if si20a504 = 1: ...and how is that now? / if si20a504 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 6]?]directly measured
si20a552Tasks that [person 6] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Walkingdirectly measured
si20a553Tasks that [person 6] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Dressingdirectly measured
si20a554Tasks that [person 6] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Eatingdirectly measured
si20a555Tasks that [person 6] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a556Tasks that [person 6] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Grocery shoppingdirectly measured
si20a557Tasks that [person 6] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Preparing a mealdirectly measured
si20a558Tasks that [person 6] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - No problems with these activitiesdirectly measured
si20a559Tasks that [person 6] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a504=1: now / if si20a504=2: at the end of the period] - Walkingdirectly measured
si20a560Tasks that [person 6] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a504=1: now / if si20a504=2: at the end of the period] - Dressingdirectly measured
si20a561Tasks that [person 6] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a504=1: now / if si20a504=2: at the end of the period] - Eatingdirectly measured
si20a562Tasks that [person 6] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a504=1: now / if si20a504=2: at the end of the period] - Housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a563Tasks that [person 6] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a504=1: now / if si20a504=2: at the end of the period] - Grocery shoppingdirectly measured
si20a564Tasks that [person 6] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a504=1: now / if si20a504=2: at the end of the period] - Preparing a mealdirectly measured
si20a565Tasks that [person 6] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a504=1: now / if si20a504=2: at the end of the period] - No problems with these activitiesdirectly measured
si20a566How old [if si20a504 = 1: is / if si20a504 = 2: was] [person 6] [if si20a504 = 2: when you stopped providing informal care]? If you do not know exactly, please estimate his/her age.directly measured
si20a567I [if si20a504 = 1: have / if si20a504 = 2: had] trouble combining my everyday activities (e.g. work, housekeeping, studying, family and leisure time) with my care activities for [person 6].directly measured
si20a568Caring for [person 6] [if si20a504 = 1: gives / if si20a504 = 2: gave] me a good feeling.directly measured
si20a569I [if si20a504 = 1: find / if si20a504 = 2: found] it difficult to deal with [person 6], for instance because our relationship [if si20a504 = 1: has / if si20a504 = 2: had] changed or because [...]directly measured
si20a570My contact with friends and acquaintances has reduced as a result of my providing care to [person 6].directly measured
si20a571By providing care, I [if si20a504 = 1: learn / if si20a504 = 2: learned] new things.directly measured
si20a572I [if si20a504 = 1: find / if si20a504 = 2: found] it taxing to provide care to [person 6].directly measured
si20a573[person 6] and I have grown closer.directly measured
si20a574My own choices in life have been restricted by the care need of [person 6].directly measured
si20a575My social environment [if si20a504 = 1: appreciates / if si20a504 = 2: appreciated] me for helping [person 6].directly measured
si20a576I [if si20a504 = 1: experience / if si20a504 = 2: experienced] loneliness as a result of my care activity.directly measured
si20a577My social environment [if si20a504 = 1: helps / if si20a504 = 2: helped] me by taking over some of my tasks, other than the care for [person 6].directly measured
si20a578I [if si20a504 = 1: experience / if si20a504 = 2: experienced] the care for [person 6] as a duty.directly measured
si20a579if si20a505 = 1: My relationship with [person 6] [if si20a504 = 1: is suffering / if si20a504 = 2: suffered] on account of my providing care to [him/her] / if si20a505 ≠1: My relationship with my (then) partner [...]directly measured
si20a580I [if si20a504 = 1: feel / if si20a504 = 2: felt] that it’s the right thing to do.directly measured
si20a581There [if si20a504 = 1: isn’t / if si20a504 = 2: wasn’t] anyone else available.directly measured
si20a582I [if si20a504 = 1: enjoy / if si20a504 = 2: enjoyed] caring for someone.directly measured
si20a583It [if si20a504 = 1: is / if si20a504 = 2: was] expected of me.directly measured
si20a584[if si20a504 = 1: Have you had a paid job since providing care / if si20a504 = 2: Did you have a paid job during the period that you provided care] to [person 6]?directly measured
si20a585Did you not have a paid job in that period, because you provided care to [person 6]?directly measured
si20a586Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start working less hours?directly measured
si20a587Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…stop working?directly measured
si20a588Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start doing different work?directly measured
si20a589Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start working in self-employment?directly measured
si20a590Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…stop attending an education program?directly measured
si20a591Consequences at work because of providing care - Have you…missed out on being promoted or being awarded an assignment?directly measured
si20a592Consequences at work because of providing care - Have you…had your work duties reduced, against your will?directly measured
si20a593I [if (si20a504 = 1 and si20a584 = 1): find / if (si20a504 = 2) or (si20a504 = 1 and si20a584 = 2): found] it stressful to combine my work with providing care to [person 6].directly measured
si20a594By caring for [person 6], I have developed skills that [if (si20a504 = 1 and si20a584 = 1): make / if (si20a504 = 2) or (si20a504 = 1 and si20a584 = 2): made] me better at my work.directly measured
si20a595I [if (si20a504 = 1 and si20a584 = 1): find / if (si20a504 = 2) or (si20a504 = 1 and si20a584 = 2): found] my work a relief for the distraction it [...] from assisting [person 6].directly measured
si20a596I often [if (si20a504 = 1 and si20a584 = 1): feel / if (si20a504 = 2) or (si20a504 = 1 and si20a584 = 2): felt] that caring for [person 6] [...] from my performance as an employee.directly measured
si20a597[if (si20a504 = 1 and si20a584 = 1): Does / if (si20a504 = 2) or (si20a504 = 1 and si20a584 = 2): Did] your manager show any understanding with regard to your caring for [person 6]? [...]directly measured
si20a598[if (si20a504 = 1 and si20a584 = 1): Do / if (si20a504 = 2) or (si20a504 = 1 and si20a584 = 2): Did] your direct colleagues show any understanding with regard to your caring for [person 6]?directly measured
si20a599[...] To what extent [if (si20a504 = 1 and si20a584 = 1): can / if (si20a504 = 2) or (si20a504 = 1 and si20a584 = 2): could] you arrange your work flexibly to combine the care for [person 6] with your work [...]? directly measured
si20a600Forms of support while providing care - Financial support (e.g. from the personal care budget, travel expense reimbursement)directly measured
si20a601Forms of support while providing care - Provisions that temporarily [if si20a504 = 1: take / if si20a504 = 2: took] over the care for [person 6] (e.g. day activities, night care, volunteer care).directly measured
si20a602Forms of support while providing care - Psychological support (e.g. peer support, training course, advice)directly measured
si20a603Are you still providing care to [person 7] at present?directly measured
si20a604What [if si20a603 = 1: is / if si20a603 = 2: is/was] the nature of your relationship to [person 7]? He or she [if si20a603 = 1: is / if si20a603 = 2: is/was] my...directly measured
si20a605What [if si20a603 = 1: is / if si20a603 = 2: is/was] the nature of your relationship to [person 7]? He or she [if si20a603 = 1: is / if si20a603 = 2: is/was] my... - Other, namelydirectly measured
si20a606Is [person 7] male or female?directly measured
si20a607When did you start providing informal care to [person 7]? Monthdirectly measured
si20a608When did you start providing informal care to [person 7]? Yeardirectly measured
si20a609When did you stop providing care to [person 7]? Monthdirectly measured
si20a610When did you stop providing care to [person 7]? Yeardirectly measured
si20a611For what reason did you stop providing care to [person 7]? Please indicate the most important reason.directly measured
si20a612For what reason did you stop providing care to [person 7]? Please indicate the most important reason. - Another reason, namelydirectly measured
si20a613For how many hours a week, on average, did you provide care...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 7]?directly measured
si20a614For how many hours a week, on average, did you provide care...[if si20a603 = 1: and how many hours do you spend now? / if si20a603 = 2: ...at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 7]?]directly measured
si20a615What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Companionship or emotional supportdirectly measured
si20a616What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Transportationdirectly measured
si20a617What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Assistance when visiting a doctor directly measured
si20a618What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Administrative helpdirectly measured
si20a619What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Help with housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a620What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Personal care (e.g. showering or visiting the toilet)directly measured
si20a621What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Nursing care (e.g. administering medicine or tending to wounds)directly measured
si20a622What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Arranging or coordinating caredirectly measured
si20a623What tasks did you perform at the start of the period - Other caredirectly measured
si20a624Tasks performed [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - Companionship or emotional supportdirectly measured
si20a625Tasks performed [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - Transportationdirectly measured
si20a626Tasks performed [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - Assistance when visiting a doctor directly measured
si20a627Tasks performed [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - Administrative helpdirectly measured
si20a628Tasks performed [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - Help with housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a629Tasks performed [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - Personal care (e.g. showering or visiting the toilet)directly measured
si20a630Tasks performed [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - Nursing care (e.g. administering medicine or tending to wounds)directly measured
si20a631Tasks performed [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - Arranging or coordinating caredirectly measured
si20a632Tasks performed [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - Other caredirectly measured
si20a633Care of others at the start of the period - One or more other informal care giversdirectly measured
si20a634Care of others at the start of the period - One or more volunteersdirectly measured
si20a635Care of others at the start of the period - Home care workers or district nursesdirectly measured
si20a636Care of others at the start of the period - A private help or domestic workerdirectly measured
si20a637Care of others at the start of the period - Nursing staff in care institution or hospitaldirectly measured
si20a638Care of others at the start of the period - No one other than medirectly measured
si20a639Care of others [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - One or more other informal care givers directly measured
si20a640Care of others [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - One or more volunteersdirectly measured
si20a641Care of others [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - Home care workers or district nursesdirectly measured
si20a642Care of others [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - A private help or domestic workerdirectly measured
si20a643Care of others [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - Nursing staff in care institution or hospitaldirectly measured
si20a644Care of others [if si20a603 = 1: now / if si20a603 = 2: at the end of the period] - No one other than medirectly measured
si20a645Where did [person 7] live...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 7]?directly measured
si20a646Where did [person 7] live...[if si20a603 = 1: ...and where does [person 7] live now? / if si20a603 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 7]?]directly measured
si20a647To what extent did [person 7] have problems with regard to memory, to attention span, to thinking...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 7]?directly measured
si20a648To what extent did [person 7] have problems with regard to memory, to attention span, to thinking...[if si20a603 = 1: ...and how is that now? / if si20a603 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 7]?]directly measured
si20a649To what extent did [person 7] suffer from psychological problems, such as depression or a phobia...at the start of the period in which you provided care to [person 7]?directly measured
si20a650To what extent did [person 7] suffer from psychological problems, such as depression or a phobia...[if si20a603 = 1: ...and how is that now? / if si20a603 = 2: ... at the end of the period in which you provided care to [person 7]?]directly measured
si20a651Tasks that [person 7] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Walkingdirectly measured
si20a652Tasks that [person 7] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Dressingdirectly measured
si20a653Tasks that [person 7] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Eatingdirectly measured
si20a654Tasks that [person 7] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a655Tasks that [person 7] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Grocery shoppingdirectly measured
si20a656Tasks that [person 7] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - Preparing a mealdirectly measured
si20a657Tasks that [person 7] was unable to perform independently at the start of the period - No problems with these activitiesdirectly measured
si20a658Tasks that [person 7] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a603=1: now / if si20a603=2: at the end of the period] - Walkingdirectly measured
si20a659Tasks that [person 7] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a603=1: now / if si20a603=2: at the end of the period] - Dressingdirectly measured
si20a660Tasks that [person 7] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a603=1: now / if si20a603=2: at the end of the period] - Eatingdirectly measured
si20a661Tasks that [person 7] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a603=1: now / if si20a603=2: at the end of the period] - Housekeepingdirectly measured
si20a662Tasks that [person 7] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a603=1: now / if si20a603=2: at the end of the period] - Grocery shoppingdirectly measured
si20a663Tasks that [person 7] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a603=1: now / if si20a603=2: at the end of the period] - Preparing a mealdirectly measured
si20a664Tasks that [person 7] is/was unable to perform independently [if si20a603=1: now / if si20a603=2: at the end of the period] - No problems with these activitiesdirectly measured
si20a665How old [if si20a603 = 1: is / if si20a603 = 2: was] [person 7] [if si20a603 = 2: when you stopped providing informal care]? If you do not know exactly, please estimate his/her age.directly measured
si20a666I [if si20a603 = 1: have / if si20a603 = 2: had] trouble combining my everyday activities (e.g. work, housekeeping, studying, family and leisure time) with my care activities for [person 7].directly measured
si20a667Caring for [person 7] [if si20a603 = 1: gives / if si20a603 = 2: gave] me a good feeling.directly measured
si20a668I [if si20a603 = 1: find / if si20a603 = 2: found] it difficult to deal with [person 7], for instance because our relationship [if si20a603 = 1: has / if si20a603 = 2: had] changed or because [...]directly measured
si20a669My contact with friends and acquaintances has reduced as a result of my providing care to [person 7].directly measured
si20a670By providing care, I [if si20a603 = 1: learn / if si20a603 = 2: learned] new things.directly measured
si20a671I [if si20a603 = 1: find / if si20a603 = 2: found] it taxing to provide care to [person 7].directly measured
si20a672[person 7] and I have grown closer.directly measured
si20a673My own choices in life have been restricted by the care need of [person 7].directly measured
si20a674My social environment [if si20a603 = 1: appreciates / if si20a603 = 2: appreciated] me for helping [person 7].directly measured
si20a675I [if si20a603 = 1: experience / if si20a603 = 2: experienced] loneliness as a result of my care activity.directly measured
si20a676My social environment [if si20a603 = 1: helps / if si20a603 = 2: helped] me by taking over some of my tasks, other than the care for [person 7].directly measured
si20a677I [if si20a603 = 1: experience / if si20a603 = 2: experienced] the care for [person 7] as a duty.directly measured
si20a678if si20a604 = 1: My relationship with [person 7] [if si20a603 = 1: is suffering / if si20a603 = 2: suffered] on account of my providing care to [him/her] / if si20a604 ≠1: My relationship with my (then) partner [...]directly measured
si20a679I [if si20a603 = 1: feel / if si20a603 = 2: felt] that it’s the right thing to do.directly measured
si20a680There [if si20a603 = 1: isn’t / if si20a603 = 2: wasn’t] anyone else available.directly measured
si20a681I [if si20a603 = 1: enjoy / if si20a603 = 2: enjoyed] caring for someone.directly measured
si20a682It [if si20a603 = 1: is / if si20a603 = 2: was] expected of me.directly measured
si20a683[if si20a603 = 1: Have you had a paid job since providing care / if si20a603 = 2: Did you have a paid job during the period that you provided care] to [person 7]?directly measured
si20a684Did you not have a paid job in that period, because you provided care to [person 7]?directly measured
si20a685Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start working less hours?directly measured
si20a686Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…stop working?directly measured
si20a687Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start doing different work?directly measured
si20a688Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…start working in self-employment?directly measured
si20a689Did work situation change because of providing care you - Did you…stop attending an education program?directly measured
si20a690Consequences at work because of providing care - Have you…missed out on being promoted or being awarded an assignment?directly measured
si20a691Consequences at work because of providing care - Have you…had your work duties reduced, against your will?directly measured
si20a692I [if (si20a603 = 1 and si20a683 = 1): find / if (si20a603 = 2) or (si20a603 = 1 and si20a683 = 2): found] it stressful to combine my work with providing care to [person 7].directly measured
si20a693By caring for [person 7], I have developed skills that [if (si20a603 = 1 and si20a683 = 1): make / if (si20a603 = 2) or (si20a603 = 1 and si20a683 = 2): made] me better at my work.directly measured
si20a694I [if (si20a603 = 1 and si20a683 = 1): find / if (si20a603 = 2) or (si20a603 = 1 and si20a683 = 2): found] my work a relief for the distraction it [...] from assisting [person 7].directly measured
si20a695I often [if (si20a603 = 1 and si20a683 = 1): feel / if (si20a603 = 2) or (si20a603 = 1 and si20a683 = 2): felt] that caring for [person 7] [...] from my performance as an employee.directly measured
si20a696[if (si20a603 = 1 and si20a683 = 1): Does / if (si20a603 = 2) or (si20a603 = 1 and si20a683 = 2): Did] your manager show any understanding with regard to your caring for [person 7]? [...]directly measured
si20a697[if (si20a603 = 1 and si20a683 = 1): Do / if (si20a603 = 2) or (si20a603 = 1 and si20a683 = 2): Did] your direct colleagues show any understanding with regard to your caring for [person 7]?directly measured
si20a698[...] To what extent [if (si20a603 = 1 and si20a683 = 1): can / if (si20a603 = 2) or (si20a603 = 1 and si20a683 = 2): could] you arrange your work flexibly to combine the care for [person 7] with your work [...]? directly measured
si20a699Forms of support while providing care - Financial support (e.g. from the personal care budget, travel expense reimbursement)directly measured
si20a700Forms of support while providing care - Provisions that temporarily [if si20a603 = 1: take / if si20a603 = 2: took] over the care for [person 7] (e.g. day activities, night care, volunteer care).directly measured
si20a701Forms of support while providing care - Psychological support (e.g. peer support, training course, advice)directly measured
si20a702Was it difficult to answer the questions?directly measured
si20a703Were the questions sufficiently clear?directly measured
si20a704Did the questionnaire get you thinking about things?directly measured
si20a705Was it an interesting subject?directly measured
si20a706Did you enjoy answering the questions?directly measured
si20a707Starting date questionnaireconstructed
si20a708Starting time questionnairconstructed
si20a709End date questionnaireconstructed
si20a710End time questionnaireconstructed
si20a711Duration in secondsderived

Questions

Questionnaire: Main measurement

The questionnaire was administered in Dutch

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Response Information

Response Overview
Selected number of household members: 3,499 (100.0%)
Non-response: 438 (12.5%)
Response: 3,061 (87.5%)
Complete: 2,958 (84.5%)
Incomplete: 103 (2.9%)
Collection Events
Period
02-03-2020 to 31-03-2020
Sample
Panel members aged 16-78 who previously provided or currently provide informal care (screening questionnaire “Retrospectieve mantelzorgcarrières: screening”: v1 = 1 or v1 = 2).
Collection Mode
internet survey
Fieldwork Note
A reminder was sent twice to non-respondents

Publications

Strategies of informal caregivers to adapt paid work European Societies, first published online May 4, 2023; Raiber, K., et al.