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BACKGROUND: Few studies have examined how professional caregivers perceive the relocation of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities from the family home to specialised residential settings. METHOD: We conducted semi-structured interviews with eight professional caregivers, exploring their experiences of admitting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities into residential care. Transcripts were analysed using Mayring's qualitative content analysis. RESULTS: Caregivers primarily addressed facility-related aspects of the transition, including the admission process, communication with families, and staffing concerns. They offered limited commentary on residents' personal experiences or family dynamics during the move. CONCLUSION: To gain a more comprehensive understanding of this life-changing transition, future research should investigate the perspectives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities themselves, complementing prior studies focused on relatives.
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