The SIMS Foundation
Medical Care for Musicians
Needs Assessment Survey Results
The SIMS Foundation conducted a survey of the health needs of
musicians in Austin/Travis County in the Fall of 1999. Below are
the results of the survey. If you have questions or would like
additional information please contact simssurvey@yahoo.com. Also, please check out the SIMS Foundation web site at: www.sims-foundation.org
The SIMS Foundation would like to thank Antones, Continental
Club, Hole in the Wall, Joes Generic Bar, Stubbs, CCC Music
Therapy, The Texas Music Commission, The University of North Texas,
The University of Texas at Austin-School of Music, Dave Derrick,
John Hipple, Paul Minor, Diane Scott, Hope Young, and all the
musicians who completed surveys for their assistance in the completion
of this needs assessment.
Summary of Survey Results
A narrative summary and discussion of the results
Sources
Internet sources used in the summary
SIMS Foundation Musicians Health Survey
A copy of the original survey (no longer collecting responses)
Survey Results
Results of the survey in number of respondents and percentage
form
Comments from Survey
Musicians' comments from the surveys (all names are kept confidential)