The impacts of drug and alcohol misuse in Cheshire West and Chester communities
Who are Healthwatch Cheshire West?
Healthwatch Cheshire West are the independent voice for the people of Cheshire West and Chester, helping to shape local health and care services.
What is this survey about?
Drug and alcohol misuse impacts the lives of thousands of people across Cheshire West and Chester, not only for the person using them, but their children, family, friends and the wider community.
We'd like you to share your experiences and views on the impact drugs and/or alcohol misuse has had on you or the people around you and what you think could be done to reduce the harm caused.
Your feedback will be shared with local services and policy and decision makers in the Chester West and Chester area, to help reduce the harm caused by drugs and/or alcohol misuse in the future.
We appreciate your feedback and many thanks for taking the time to complete the survey.
Things to know:
- You must be over 16 to complete this survey
- For the purpose of this survey, 'misuse' is when the use of drugs and/or alcohol affects a person's physical and mental health, social situation and/or responsibilities. Drugs can include over the counter medication, prescribed medication and illegal drugs. - This survey is aimed at people who live in, work in or use services in the Cheshire West and Chester area - This survey is anonymised and therefore confidential - Please answer the questions to the best of your ability using the drop down boxes and comment boxes where provided
- As the topic is so broad we would like you to give as many examples and experiences as possible - By continuing with this survey you consent to the collection of the data you provide
- The survey will take approx. 10 to 15 minutes to complete.