Data supporting interpretations of separate needs
| Family member’s self-related needs | |
| Needs regarding practical issues | ‘I wish it were easier to reach the doctor and discuss [my wife’s] medication with her. I wish the doctor attended the annual care meetings.’ (Spouse) ‘[In the previous place], the nurses just sat by the computer. I really needed co-operation with them.’ (Adult child) |
| Needs related to mental issues | ‘It’s almost like coming home. You always get a friendly reception.’ (Spouse) ‘We give family members “permission to rest”, because they may be completely exhausted as the resident moves here. Then they may say, “It’s lovely you said I can go.”’ (Nurse) |
| Resident’s self-related needs | |
| Needs related to homesickness and family member visits | ‘I only hope to see my own children as often as possible.’ (Resident) ‘“Gimme the hat, gimme the jacket, I’ll rip it!” she yells, so I won’t leave.’ (Spouse) |
| Needs regarding practical issues | ‘I wish it were easier to reach the doctor and discuss [my wife’s] medication with her. I wish the doctor attended the annual care meetings.’ (Spouse) |
| ‘It’s almost like coming home. You always get a friendly reception.’ (Spouse) | |
| Needs related to homesickness and family member visits | ‘I only hope to see my own children as often as possible.’ (Resident) |
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