A Scots man has told how he gave up his dream business after three decades to take care of his wife after her MS diagnosis.
Peter Jansen had worked as a motor mechanic in Edinburgh for 35 years before starting his own business and garage in 1987.
He served hundreds of happy customers from across the capital but in 2007, everything changed, Edinburgh Live reports.
His wife was given a tragic MS diagnosis, meaning she would need constant care and support to carry out day-to-day activities.
After making the difficult decision to give up his career, Pete selflessly cared for her, before she died later that same year.
His year as a full-time carer had a huge impact on him and he decided to switch careers from mechanics to the care sector.
Pete has since supported 'countless' people in the community and been a pivotal part of the team at Bluebird Care Edinburgh.
They are regularly rated as ‘Excellent’ by the Care Inspectorate, which is the highest possible award in the industry in Scotland.
Pete has been instrumental in the delivery of care and support to numerous customers throughout the city for the past 11 years.
Speaking about his role at the home care provider, Pete said: “Since starting with Bluebird Care Edinburgh, I have only been a Care Assistant.
"I love doing this as I am not the sort of person who likes to sit in the office all day, so my preference is to be out in the community helping people less able than myself.
"Many people I have worked with over the past 11 years are always very grateful for the help they receive, as well as the opportunity to stay in the comfort of their own homes. This for me is what stands out in my job, when customers say thank you for the help.
“My colleagues have all been a pleasure to work with. Most new Care Assistants say that I have helped them settle into their new roles, which is great.
"This can be a very daunting time, when someone goes to a customer for the very first time, so, most of them are glad for a little help and a nudge in the right direction.”
“My advice to new carers is to go for it! It is a great career path, which can lead to other careers in the care sector. You don't know until you try.”
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