Mind the gap: a systematic review of barriers, facilitators, and experiences of care transitions for people living with dementia and their informal caregivers.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

Care transitions for people living with dementia are critical periods requiring coordinated, person-centered support. Effective transitions can reduce caregiver burden, prevent adverse outcomes, and improve care quality. However, the barriers, facilitators, and lived experiences during transitions remain poorly understood. This systematic review synthesizes evidence on these factors from the perspectives of people with dementia and their informal caregivers.

Research design and methods

A comprehensive search across MEDLINE, CINAHL, PsycINFO, ProQuest, and Web of Science identified 67 eligible English-language studies published from 2018 to 2023. Quality appraisal used Joanna Briggs Institute tools. The protocol was registered on PROSPERO: CRD4202345

SUBMITTER: Greene L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12854086 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature