[Thinking about family carers in terms of their experiential knowledge]. / Penser le proche aidant au regard de son savoir expérientiel.

ABSTRACT

Despite well-established recommendations and psycho-education programmes, the health of family carers is most often impaired, which means that the support they provide is seen only in terms of burden. A phenomenological approach based on strength-based care shows that they develop skills and strategies for the well-being of their loved one, and are nurtured by a sense of hope that enables them to acquire experiential knowledge.