Gerotranscendence as a Life Perspective Among Nursing Home Residents: A Qualitative Study Into Positive Ageing While Dependent on 24/7 Care.

Aims: To examine whether and how older nursing home residents recognise characteristics of gerotranscendence, and to contribute to a critical and comprehensive view of gerotranscendence in this particular group.

Background: Gerotranscendence is a psychosocial, spiritual development theory within the field of positive ageing that represents: a shift in meta-perspective, from a materialistic and rational vision to a cosmic and transcendent life perspective, followed by an increase in life satisfaction.

Design: A qualitative study using a narrative hermeneutical approach.