The Carer Support Needs Assessment Tool (CSNAT)

The CSNAT is an evidence-based tool that facilitates tailored support for family members and friends (carers) of adults with long term life-limiting conditions. The research underpinning this tool was informed by carers and practitioners.

It comprises 14 domains (broad areas of need) in which carers commonly say they require support. Carers may use this tool to indicate further support they need both to enable them to care for their family member or friend and to preserve their own health and well-being within their caregiving role.

It is short and simple to use for both carers and practitioners. Online training is also available

The online training can be accessed free of charge and allows health and social care practitioners to access Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accredited training in how to implement The CSNAT Approach, in order to best meet the needs of carers of patients with life-limiting illness. The training also addresses key organisational issues to be considered in planning, piloting and sustaining implementation in the longer term.