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Fiona's mother died of widespread cancer in 2009, aged 89. Fiona gave up work and devoted her time to caring for her mum at home.
Fiona is married with no children. She works part-time as a census coordinator. Ethnic background: White British
Sarah cared full-time for both of her parents who had Parkinson's disease in the years leading up to their deaths, which occurred a few months apart. She was very close to her parents and describes caring for them as a long haul but a privilege.
Sarah gave up work as a youth and community worker to care for her parents. She is married with three adult children. Ethnic background: White British
Lynne's mother was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009. A year later the cancer had spread to her lungs, liver and neck. Lynne juggled caring for her mum while working fulltime and found it very difficult to get the help and support they needed.
Lynne is married with two adult children. She works as a project administrator. Ethnic background: White British
Tricia's mother is 84 years old and has dementia. To begin with Tricia took on a lot of the caring responsibilities. However, as her mother became more confused she moved into a care home. Here she seems much happier and receives good quality of care.
Tricia is married with one adult son. She is a retired clinical nurse specialist. Ethnic background: White British
