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This paper aims to explore the factors that influence the adaptation of older adults in residential care facilities, as well as the difficulties they encounter during this transition. The research is grounded in a qualitative methodology, using two semi-structured interview guides: one for clients (older adults) and one for professionals working in residential centers. The analysis of the interview data was structured around four major themes: risk factors, protective factors, social environment, and family support. The findings reveal that the adaptation process is shaped by a complex interplay of individual, social, and institutional factors. Health status, perceptions of the new environment, emotional support, the quality of interpersonal relationships, and the frequency of contact with family members all play a critical role in determining the level of integration.
Keywords: adaptation, older adults, residential care, family support, social integration, social work
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