Joseph wanted to do everything to reduce his wife’s suffering, although he was uncomfortable with some requests.

Written testimony

Some requests were made, the difference at that moment was that before I left, while my perception or my views were, well, my partner is in a particular context, and I will do everything that is in my power to prevent her from suffering, so that she can enjoy life as much as possible. So, when she made a request, I tried to respond as much as possible, and then… But there were requests that weighed me down, or that I found heavy, that I had difficulty to respond to, or I was like reacting to, but with my view of things, it was to allow, as much as possible, to experience pleasant things.

---

Go back

More content

• Travelling, holidays and respite -Joseph and Marie,Joseph et Marie
  Although Marie can no longer get health insurance, she and Joseph still take trips together. They think it is worth the risk
• Interaction with professionals -Joseph and Marie
  After a negative encounter with a doctor at the hospital, Joseph experienced a strong emotional reaction.
• Adapting to new roles and key issues for spouses -Joseph and Marie
  Joseph and his wife have become much closer after a period of separation.
• Challenging emotions and feelings -Joseph and Marie
  After a negative encounter with a doctor, Joseph experienced a very strong emotional reaction
• Trying to find the right balance -Joseph and Marie,Joseph et Marie
  At one point, Joseph left his wife when it became all too much for him, but they are now together again, and are working to find the right balance.
• Impact on professional life and career -Joseph and Marie
  Joseph received a lot of support from his employer who helped him sort out the right arrangements for him.
• Impact on professional life and career -Joseph and Marie
  After taking sick leave, Joseph decided to request early retirement at work.
• Uncovering how and why caregivers care -Joseph and Marie,Joseph et Marie
  Joseph wanted to do everything to reduce his wife’s suffering, although he was uncomfortable with some requests.
• Advice for other caregivers -Joseph and Marie
  Find help and don’t respond to everything yourself. Joseph advises others to not make the same mistake as he did.