Coronavirus Survey Results: What Families Want and Need Right Now

Posted Mar 24, 2020 News Parenting

The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically changed life in the space of just a few weeks, resulting in unprecedented stresses and challenges for families as they navigate a "new normal" together at home. CertifiKID conducted a survey to better understand what our community of parents most want and need right now. We invite you to review the results below and email us at [email protected] with any other input you'd like to provide.

CertifiKID remains committed to being a trusted resource for families during this time. We have launched a new CertifiKID From Home page which contains resources, tips and deals to help you successfully navigate and make the most of this unexpected time at home with your kids. We add new resources and deals daily, so be sure to bookmark this page and check back often.

What Concerns are Most Impacting Your Family Right Now?

Continuing Kids Education/Learning	75%
Maintaining my Sanity and Keeping a Peaceful Household	71%
Social Distancing Without Making my Kids Feel Isolated	69%
Entertaining my Kids	62%
Balancing Work/Working From Home and Home Life	55%
Finances/the Economy	55%
Limiting Computer or Screen Time	53%
Having Enough Food & Supplies	43%
Dealing with Kids' Feelings & Anxieties	42%
Sanitizing the House and Practicing Good Hand Washing	37%

What Types of Deals for KIDS do you Most Need Right Now?

Crafting/STEM/DIY Kits & Supplies	73%
Online Learning	68%
Books (Physical, Audio or Electronic)	47%
Fitness Resources for Kids & Teens	44%
Entertainment for Kids & Teens (Movies, Music, Gaming, TV)	35%
Games & Toys	34%
Products for Teens	21%
Birthdays - Kids Will Still Want to Celebrate!	16%
Baby Supplies	5%

What Types of Deals for ADULTS do you Most Need Right Now?

Grocery Delivery	58%
Cooking/Recipes	41%
Food/Wine Delivery	40%
Home Organization	38%
Entertainment - Audiobooks, TV Channels, Movies	32%
Therapy & Meditation Apps/Services	26%
Cleaning Supplies	26%
Jobs at Home/Franchising Opportunities	24%
Fitness Subscriptions/Equipment	21%
Screen Time Monitoring	19%
Photo Services/Photo Books	16%
Financial Planning	13%
Clothing Resale/Subscription Companies	12%
Dieting	9%
Cooking Equipment	7%
Babysitting/Care Subscription Services	4%

What Deals are you Interested in Buying NOW to use Later?

Outings/Activities	74%
Ticketed Shows & Events	49%
Getaways	47%
Gifts/Products	30%
Classes	30%
Summer Camps	24%
Birthday Parties	14%

Thank you to all who took the time to complete our survey. We take your concerns and needs seriously and our team is using your feedback to provide the resources you need most to get through this difficult time.

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