Critical Incidents in the Lives of Elders with a Disability

The process by which elders with disabilities are forced to relocate from their homes to congregate living facilities is of critical societal importance. This article is a descriptive exploration of the lived experiences of forty-one persons aged 60 and over that made such a transition. This research assists social workers to better understand this vulnerable population. The social work profession serves the most vulnerable members of our society. The personal, professional, and policy implications that stem from research such as this enables the profession to carry out its stated commitments to our society's elderly cohort.