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Methods: A qualitative descriptive design was used for this project. One-time semi-structured interviews were conducted with nine family care partners of older adult Veterans living in LTCHs across Canada. Coding and thematic analysis were used to iteratively categorize and synthesize the data. Results: The analysis revealed three overarching themes with the following sub-themes: 1) information gaps and knowledge use, 2) feeling valued, recognized, and supported, and 3) the health and well-being of the Veteran and family care partner. These sub-themes were seen throughout all stages of the move to a LTCH, including the pre-, during-, and post-transition stages, and served to either impede or assist in a positive transition. 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