Singaporean Caregivers’ Experiences of Placing a Relative into Long Term Care

Abstract

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.