Enabling equity for minority ethnic unpaid and family carers
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Enabling equity for minority ethnic unpaid and family carers: Cultural acceptability of Carer Support Needs Assessment Tool Intervention and Methods for Evaluation
IRAS ID
336440
Contact name
Jonathan Koffman
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
University of Hull
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 11 months, 31 days
Research summary
This study addresses the support needs of unpaid carers, specifically from minority ethnic communities, using the Carer Support Needs Assessment Tool Intervention (CSNAT-I). While CSNAT-I helps carers by facilitating conversations with healthcare professionals about their needs, its cultural acceptability among minority ethnic carers remains uncertain. These communities often face unmet needs in their caregiving roles, affecting their well-being and ability to continue providing care. Additionally, carers’ cultural backgrounds are rarely considered in existing support frameworks.
The study, conducted across Bradford, Leicester, and Sheffield, aims to determine if CSNAT-I is suitable for carers from Black Caribbean, Black African, Asian, and Pakistani backgrounds, or if cultural adaptations are needed. It is divided into three phases, supported by patient and public involvement (PPI).
In Work Package 1, carers will share their views on CSNAT-I, informing necessary adaptations and the development of a Training Supplement to guide health professionals in using the tool effectively with these carers. Work Package 2 involves training health professionals, implementing the culturally adapted CSNAT-I, and gathering feedback to refine both the tool and the training as required. Work Package 3 focuses on identifying effective methods for evaluating the adapted CSNAT-I’s impact on minority ethnic carers.
The findings, which will be disseminated through webinars, publications, and conferences, aim to inform health professionals, policymakers, and researchers about the support needs of minority ethnic carers, contributing to culturally sensitive healthcare practices.
REC name
North West - Haydock Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
24/NW/0390
Date of REC Opinion
13 Jan 2025
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion