Transition means change. Often, health is not considered as an important part of transition planning, yet health care influences all areas of life. Transition includes preparing for health care. Transition is a process, not an event. It should occur gradually, in concert with adolescent and family development.
Parents gradually let go of the care of their children.
Health care providers support this process. Suggestions for parents as they help young adults transition in health care Talk with your son or daughter about health care. Learn what he or she thinks about managing his or her own care. Identify the health care skills that your son or daughter can perform, the skills he or she needs to learn, and the skills requiring assistance. For example, some youth may not be able to talk about the medications they take, but can carry information in their wallets.