SHAPING THE FUTURE OF YOUR WELLBEING CHOICES.

We're inviting charities and community organisations across West Berkshire to take part in a wellbeing survey that will help shape a new programme of wellbeing Lunch & Learn workshops for staff and volunteers.

Responses are anonymous. Thank you for taking the time to give us your opinion.

1. Are you a charity employee or volunteer?

2. Organisation

3. Age Range

4. Gender

5. How long have you worked or volunteered in the charity sector?

6. Approximately how many hours a week do your work or volunteer?

7. I feel respected, included and valued within my organisation, and believe I have fair access to opportunities, support and development.

8. I feel able to manage stress and challenges related to my role.

9. I know where to access support, tools and resources to maintain my wellbeing.

10. I generally approach challenges with a positive and resilient mindset.

11. I am able to take regular breaks during my working or volunteering day.

12. My workload is manageable most of the time.

13. I feel I have enough control over how I organise and manage my work or volunteering responsibilities.

14. I understand what success looks like in my role.

15. I can clearly see how my work or volunteering contributes to the organisation's goals.

16. I feel confident communicating my training and development needs.

17. I feel supported to learn, grow and develop in my role.

18. I feel valued, confident and secure in my role.

19. I am able to maintain healthy habits that support my overall wellbeing.

20. I have the skills, tools and support I need to help prevent burnout.

21. I am able to maintain a healthy balance between my work, volunteering and personal life.

22. I generally have enough energy to meet the demands of my role.

23. I feel able to prioritise my physical and mental health when needed.

24. I am able to get sufficient sleep and rest to support my wellbeing.

25. I have enough opportunities during the day to stay hydrated.

26. I am able to take adequate breaks to eat and refuel during the day.

27. I have sufficient time outside of work or volunteering to be physically active.

28. I feel encouraged to make healthy choices that support my wellbeing.

29. I feel able to take time off when needed without feeling guilty or creating additional pressure.

30. I can switch off from work or volunteering and recharge during my time away.

31. My organisation promotes a culture that supports wellbeing and prevents burnout.

32. I know what activities help me maintain balance, motivation and enjoyment outside of work or volunteering.

33. I believe my current way of working or volunteering is sustainable for my long-term wellbeing.

34. What helps you maintain your wellbeing while working or volunteering in the charity sector?

36. What would encourage you to remain in the charity sector long term?

37. What could your organisation do differently to better support wellbeing and prevent burnout?

38. Is there anything else you would like to share about your wellbeing experience?

Thank You
We truly appreciate your time and honesty. This survey is part of a broader effort to improve how we support you. Your feedback will shape meaningful changes—both immediate and long-term—towards a workplace that better values wellbeing, growth, and balance. A follow-up check-in will be shared at the end of the year to evaluate progress.