"When I’m not dialysing I am a full time award winning foster carer with my wife Michelle.
I have been on haemodialysis since April 2018. After watching the nurses dialyse me for 3 months I decided it was time for me to have a go myself!
"With the guidance of the nursing staff I was able to dialyse myself within 3 months. I now feel a lot better health wise and have a better understanding of my condition.
I consider myself as part of the team treating my illness. My conversations with the rest of the team are a lot more productive, too.
"I would recommend shared care to anyone on haemodialysis.
Get involved at whatever level you feel comfortable. You have nothing to lose by having a go, you have a fantastic team supporting you!