A Parent and Caregiver Check-In

The Weight We All Carry

Thank you for joining this community conversation. We want to understand what you're carrying as a parent or caregiver, what you're seeing in your young person's life, and what would help.

This anonymous survey takes about 2 minutes. Every question is optional. Please leave out names and identifying details. If you aren't a parent or caregiver, you're welcome to answer based on a young person you support.

3. Young people sometimes keep difficult feelings or experiences to themselves, even in close families. How much of what your child is going through do you feel they share with you?

Select one. There is no right or wrong answer.

I feel they share most things, including difficult topics.They share some things, but I sense there is more.We talk, but I'm unsure how much they keep to themselves.They share very little about how they're really doing.I'm not sure.

4. What would help you most as a parent or caregiver?

Choose up to two.

Tools for listening and having difficult conversationsGuidance on social media and technology boundariesHelp recognizing when my young person needs supportKnowing where to find mental health or substance use supportConnection with other parents and caregiversHelp managing my own stress so I can be more presentMore safe, welcoming activities and spaces for young peopleOther

Choose up to 2

5. What is one thing you wish our community better understood—or would do—to support parents and young people?

Optional short answer.

Every question is optional. No names or identifying details, please.

Want to help shape solutions?

Use the separate focus-session sign-up form to get involved. Your contact information will not be connected to these anonymous responses.