Les aidants familiaux, le chronic care model et la dignité de la dépendance

While living an era characterized by the self-actualization of the patient as the support of a non-professional assessment, it would appear useful to evaluate the situation concerning the limits of the involvement of the non-professional caregivers who take care of dependent or disabled persons. They become involved in the course of care in order to protect their relative the best way they can. This involvement has an influence on the evolution of the care; particularly from a mental point of view, as well as in the way any medical act will be conducted. Care giving implies a reflection, an ethical and political position concerning the help and care given to patients as a real answer to their needs.