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Bridging the Transition to Assisted Living: A Framework for Faith Community Nursing

Date: April 2022Topics: Medical Care, Staff/StaffingType: Academic PublicationPublication: Journal of Christian NursingAuthors: Huebner, C. A.
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The transition from independent living to assisted living is a significant life process that may be compared to crossing a bridge. Faith community nurses can support older adults through this transition. This article presents a conceptual meaning of transition, a framework with a spiritual dimension, and implications for Christian nurses. A case study illustrates how this transition typically occurs across time.

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