Are you a full-time carer for at least one child and care-dependent adult simultaneously, and currently living in London?
The Centre for Transport Studies at UCL would like to hear about the travel experiences of sandwich carers in London.
Research is being conducted by Njoud AL Hurr, a fourth-year PhD student at UCL, on:
- how sandwich carers travel
- sandwich carers’ needs
- what types of challenges they face in transport
- how this affects their well-being and quality of life
What is a sandwich carer?
A sandwich carer is someone who cares for both children and older, sick, or disabled relatives.
Who is it for?
The study aims to recruit 32 full-time adult sandwich carers living in London for interview.
To be eligible to participate in this research, you need to be a full-time sandwich carer, i.e. you have dual caring responsibilities for at least one child and at least one care-dependent adult, and you need to be over the age of 18 living in London.
Aims of the research
Sandwich carers are a significant group facing numerous challenges. Various caregiver groups, including adults with children, single parents, and females, have been extensively studied in transport research. These studies underscore each group’s unique challenges, influencing policymakers’ decisions. However, the needs and challenges of sandwich carers still need to be explored in transport planning and decision-making processes; therefore, they are unconsidered.
The research aims to bridge this gap by identifying interventions to enhance transport for sandwich carers, improving their overall quality of life. We can contribute to a more inclusive transport system that benefits sandwich carers and society by addressing these specific needs.
Interested in taking part or have questions?
Please visit https://qualtrics.ucl.ac.uk/jfe/form/SV_0oe0M4u0n86Od2S and complete the short questionnaire. This is only to check your eligibility to take part.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Njoud Al-Hurr
Email: njoud.hurr.20@ucl.ac.uk
Deadline
There is no deadline for expressions of interest.
Interviews planned for November and December 2025.
Ethical approval
This study has received ethical approval from University College London (UCL)
Research Ethics Committee – (UCL REC) (ID: 26567/001)