Transition is more than just the move from paediatric to adult diabetes care: it’s a critical process that ensures young people feel supported, prepared, and empowered at every stage.
Effective transitional care goes beyond clinical management; it requires a coordinated approach that considers emotional well-being, self-management skills, and the challenges young people may face as they take increasing responsibility for themselves, and their diabetes.
The goal is to equip young people with the confidence and skills they need to stand on their own two feet by the time they reach 25, the age at which brain development is largely complete, decision-making abilities are fully matured, and young people are expected to manage their health and responsibilities independently.
Our services must reflect this understanding, ensuring they are flexible, responsive, and tailored to meet the evolving needs of young people throughout this journey.
This page brings together key national guidance, pathways, audits and reports, learning and training opportunities, education programmes, and other valuable resources to help healthcare professionals provide high-quality, person-centred transitional care.
We encourage you to explore the links, watch the videos, and integrate these tools into your practice. If there’s something missing or a resource you’d find helpful, let us know, we regularly update this page to ensure it meets your needs.