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Julie ' Interview 14

Julie's partner was diagnosed with cancer of the oesophagus in 2007. Julie and her partner tried to carry on as normal for as long as possible, and Julie cared for her partner in the last few months of his life when his health deteriorated rapidly.

  • Background

    Julie is a part-time teacher. Ethnic background: Ashkenazi Jewish/North-West African

  • Age at interview 58
  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Henry & Jane ' Interview 15

    Henry cared for his partner Jane after she was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2005. She had surgery and chemotherapy. Brain metastases were treated with radiotherapy. He supported her throughout her illness and she died at home with her family around her.

  • Background

    Henry is a political advisor and is single with 3 adult children. Ethnic Background’ White British.

  • Age at interview 63
  • Sex/Gender Male
  • Val & Fred ' Interview 24

    Val's husband Fred was diagnosed with cancer in his kidney which could not be cured. Val describes him as an amazing man and she cared for him in his final years.

  • Background

    Val is widowed and has three daughters. She works as an estate manager. Ethnic background: White British

  • Age at interview 69
  • Sex/Gender Female