Photo credit: BC Children’s Hospital via http://www.bcchildrens.ca/our-services/support-services/transition-to-adult-care
ON TRAC (Transitioning Responsibly to Adult Care)
ON TRAC is a province-wide initiative to support the
transition of youth (ages 12-24 years) with chronic health conditions and/or disabilities,
and their families. Resources are available to help ease the transfer from
pediatric care to adult health care services. ON TRAC indicates that this
process of learning about and transition should begin at age 12, giving
families and youth time to gain knowledge and skills needed to navigate the
adult system. Tool kits are for youth, parent/families, and care providers. Tool
kits are easily accessible on their website.
The Youth Toolkit was created by youth and contains ideas and advice
for youth as they plan and prepare for adulthood and health care. It is
accessible 24/7 and can be downloaded onto phones, tablets and computers. Also
includes “Just
TRAC it”, a quick and easy way for youth to
keep track of their own health care information, as well as workbooks, and
information about workshops discussing the transition.
The Health Care Provider Toolkit includes clinical support tools as well as
services and resources.
The Parent/Family Toolkit includes a family checklist, activity cards,
transition timeline, and information and tips regarding the various aspects of
transitioning into adult health care.
Post written by Nicole Matichuk, CAOT-BC Fieldwork Student
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