Community portrait – Micheline

During Nursing Week, the Maison Mathieu Froment-Savoie pays tribute to its nurses for their compassion, dedication and professionalism.

Among them, Micheline, an 80-year-old nurse at the Maison Mathieu Froment-Savoie, stands out for her exceptional commitment. Through her gentleness and experience, she brings comfort and dignity every day to people at the end of life and their loved ones.

A calling chosen from the heart

At 80, Micheline embodies the passion and dedication that define the nursing profession. Her career, which began in the 1960s, reflects an unwavering commitment to others and a desire to learn that has never faded.

At first, nothing destined her solely for this profession. At a time when career choices for women were more limited, she chose nursing, a decision guided as much by circumstance as by a deep desire to help. Over time, she enriched her experience through continuing education and explored many facets of the profession, from clinical work to administration.

A path that led to palliative care

Micheline came to the Maison Mathieu Froment-Savoie as a volunteer. Having first come to offer her time, she quickly found herself returning to her role as a nurse, called by the need and carried by her vocation. Since then, she has cared for people at the end of life and their loved ones with gentleness and humanity.

A daily source of inspiration

What still motivates her today is simple and powerful: she loves what she does and knows she still has something to offer. For her, palliative care is also a lesson in life. “Patients often give us more than we give them,” she says, emphasizing the importance of listening and being present.

A changing profession

Over the course of her career, Micheline has seen the nursing profession evolve considerably.

She highlights the progress made, the greater recognition and the expanded role of nurses, while stressing the importance of remaining true to the values of compassion and respect.

A message to the next generation

With wisdom, Micheline encourages new nurses to:

• Take advantage of the opportunities the profession offers;
• Maintain a balance between personal and professional life;

• Take care of themselves in order to better care for others;

• Keep learning throughout their careers.

A precious presence

At the Maison Mathieu Froment-Savoie, Micheline is much more than a nurse: she is a source of inspiration, a pillar and a living example of a deeply human calling.

Thank you, Micheline!