Caregivers experience many difficulties and challenges with the process of providing care particularly at times of transition, such as when the care recipient moves into a nursing home.This qualitative study aims to understand caregiver experiences of this important process.Twelve interviews were conducted with caregivers with an older relative in a nursing home.Thematic analysis identified five themes: Filial and cultural expectations shape caregivers' experience of pre-placement decisions and post-placement; View of the placement decision;Continued impact of caring; Engagement with the institution and Maintaining the relationship. The findings and the post-placement implications are discussed.