Table 1 Interview guide for caregivers and stroke survivors

Caregiver

- How has this new caregiving role affected you?

- Do you feel stressed or burdened by the increased responsibilities? Please elaborate.

- How do you cope with this caregiving role?

- Where do you look for support to help with caring for (stroke patient’s name)?

◦ Probe: Family, foreign domestic worker, friends, neighbours, community networks, formal channels, healthcare providers

- What kind of support do you get/expect?

- What role do your family members have in caregiving for (stroke patient’s name)?

- Could you describe how your culture affects caregiving expectations?

- How confident are you in providing care for (stroke patient’s name)? Please elaborate.

- Would you say something positive came out of this caregiving experience? Could you elaborate?

Stroke Survivor

- How do you feel about the care you are receiving from your caregiver? Please elaborate.

- Could you describe how your culture affects caregiving expectations?

- What role do your family members play in caregiving for you (apart from your caregiver)?