Table 2.

Four transition pathways and their associated experiences—identified from participant and proxy informant interviews with n = 26 CC75C study participants aged ≥95 who moved in very old age (Year 21 follow-up: 2006–07)

Voluntary move to proximal sheltered housing or in with family	Involuntary move to proximal residential care	Voluntary move to geographically distant residential care	Involuntary move to second proximal care home
No regrets Gratitude and appreciation	Regret and loss Relief Acceptance and resignation Reduced loneliness	Regret and loss Increased isolation	Instability and trauma Feeling unconnected
Creates conditions for a healthy transition		Does not create conditions for a healthy transition