COURAGE Built Environment Self-Reported Questionnaire

The COURAGE Built Environment Self-Reported Questionnaire is a self-reported measure of how individuals perceive the relationship between their health, functioning and built environment. The final questionnaire contains 19 items grouped into four dimensions: 1) usability of the neighborhood environment; 2) barriers within the walkable environment; 3) ease of using public buildings, facilities, and places; 4) safety and usability of the individual’s living place or home.

The instrument considers both home and neighbourhood conditions. It examines matters such as pedestrian accessibility, environmental obstacles, access to public facilities, accident risks, and the perceived usability of the residence. The tool can be used with adults with and without disabilities and is suitable for population-based research examining person-environment interaction.