Annex A: Qualitative Research for the Evaluation of Carer's Allowance Supplement

This document describes an evaluation of the Carer's Allowance Supplement (CAS) in Scotland, conducted by Ipsos MORI for the Scottish Government. The CAS, introduced in 2018, aims to provide financial support and societal recognition to carers. The evaluation used in-depth interviews with 41 carers to assess the CAS's impact on their financial situation and quality of life. Results showed that while CAS offers some financial relief and a sense of recognition, its overall effect is modest, with carers suggesting the need for more substantial support. The evaluation concludes that the CAS has varied effectiveness and highlights the potential for improvements in financial assistance, respite care access, and public awareness of carers' roles. **This summary was written by an AI model and therefore should not be considered a definitive summary of the report. If you are aware of inaccuracies, please email evaluation.registry@cabinetoffice.gov.uk.**

Description

• Lead department: The Scottish Government (The Scottish Government)
• Evaluation stage: A complete evaluation report
• Other departments: No other departments listed
• Evaluation types: Process evaluation
• Process methods: Other
• Grant information: This intervention is not distributing funding via a grant
• Government Major Project information: This intervention is not a major project
• Policies: No policies provided

Event Dates

• Event Name: Publication of final results
• Event date: December 2020

Evaluation Costs

• Cost: Not provided

Evaluation sharing

• Link(s) to published report(s): Yes
• Links to evaluation plans: No link provided
• Findings: Not provided
• Permission to share confirmed: Yes