Polio - The Late Effects Reality

The Questionnaire

In parallel to the membership being invited to participate, a pilot questionnaire was devised that looked at all aspects of those with LEP. This questionnaire was tested on 13 members and the results analysed and surveying process examined. This resulted in some minor modifications in detail but not in principle.

Aspects of information covered in the Survey Questionnaire were:

Past condition – over the last 5 years

Present condition

• Current Use of Services
• Current Use of Aids and Appliances
• Current Use of Respite Care

Future condition – over the next 5 years

• Need for Services
• Need for Aids and Appliances
• Need for Respite Care

Daily Tasks

• Mobility
• Transfers
• Daily living tasks
• Home making
• Community Living Skills

Profile & Other Information

• Accommodation
• Primary Carer
• Education
• Household Income
• Car Tax Relief
• Employment
• Working Arrangements

Polio Medical History

GP Services