Table 1.

Topic guide.

1. Could you tell me a little bit about yourself?

2. Can you tell me about when you became a carer and what being a carer involves?

3. How did your interest in participating in this creative leisure group come about?

4. Can you tell me about your experience of this creative programme?

5. Can you describe something about a specific creative activity during the programme that was particularly meaningful or significant to you?

6. What has participating in this programme meant for you?

7. Are there any tips you would like to share with other carers in relation to participating in a creative leisure activity?

8. Is there anything else you would like to add?