Evaluating the Joint Effects of Dementia and Frailty on Burdensome Transitions Among Long‐Term Care Residents in Ontario, Canada

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate the impact of dementia and frailty on transitions experienced by long-term care residents towards the end of life.
• Analyzed the likelihood of burdensome transitions in long-term care residents with dementia and frailty.
• Considered perspectives of residents, family members, and healthcare providers regarding hospital transfers.
• Dementia and frailty are connected to a lower likelihood of burdensome transitions.
• A need for improved understanding of hospital transfer appropriateness at the end of life was identified.