Examining approaches to improve care transitions to long-term care facilities

Once it has been determined that individuals can no longer live safely at home, the transition to long-term care can be a vulnerable experience for the individual and their family and caregivers. Effectively managing the transition to long-term care influences the resident’s quality of care and quality of life. This rapid evidence profile examines what we know about approaches that can help to ensure quality transitions from home or hospital settings into long-term care facilities.