Table 2 Phases of thematic analysis (adapted from Braun and Clarke, [38])

1. Familiarization with the data

− The full corpus of interviews was transcribed and verified for accuracy.

− The analysts first listened to, read and re-read all interviews to identify emerging trends and ideas in the data.

2. Generating initial codes

− Through group discussion and independent arbitration, the analysts agreed on initial codes: Barriers to Screening, Enablers of Screening, Barriers to Care, Enablers of Care, Process, LTC Demographics, and Participant Demographics.

− The entire data set was systematically coded into exclusive categories of information.

− Coding of data was reviewed by analysts and group consensus was reached.

− Data was collated into each code manually.

3. Searching for themes

− The coded data were reviewed for common, emergent themes.

− Thematic data was collated by each analyst manually.

4. Reviewing themes

− Themes were checked against all coded extracts, as well as against the entire data set for accuracy.

− Identified themes were reviewed in group discussion with all three analysts and common links between the themes drawn.

5. Defining and naming themes

− Through recursive and independent review of full data sets, analysts verified the accuracy of the themes, and the overall story reported in the data.

− Group discussion and a consensus approach was used for the generation of clear definitions and names for the main, overarching themes.

6. Producing the report

− Analysts selected representative and vivid extract examples to be included in the final report.

− Final analysis of selected extracts was completed by relating the results of the analysis back to the research question and literature.

− This scholarly report of the analysis was produced.