title: Family care experiences in nursing home facilities.
abstract: OBJECTIVE
  To explore relatives' involvement in the care of older adults admitted to residential settings.
  
  
  METHODS
  A qualitative approach using semi-structured interviews was adopted. Data were analysed using content thematic analysis.
  
  
  RESULTS
  Content thematic analysis revealed that participants experienced a change in role when their relatives were admitted to residential care. Three major themes emerged: family involvement, family-centred care, and communication. The importance of communicating with staff was emphasised by relatives.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  The transition from home to residential care is a challenging time for residents and families. Nurses need to communicate with families and adopt a collaborative, integrated approach to care.
authors.affiliation: Farranlea Community Nursing Unit, Cork, Ireland.
authors.forename: Frances
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: O'Shea
authors.forename: Elizabeth
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Weathers
authors.forename: Geraldine
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: McCarthy
mesh_terms: D005190:Family / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D009735:Nursing Homes / Q000458:organization & administration / Q000592:standards*; D018802:Patient-Centered Care; D011368:Professional-Family Relations; D006113:United Kingdom