Crossings: A Manual for Transition of Chronically Ill Youth to Adult Health Care
This manual is a comprehensive guide for healthcare professionals seeking to establish transition programs that move chronically ill youth from pediatric to adult healthcare settings. Based on experiences developing a cystic fibrosis transition program, the manual provides practical step-by-step instructions for both pediatric and adult healthcare teams, covering everything from initial planning and team development to patient preparation and inter-team coordination. The resource addresses common challenges while emphasizing the importance of maintaining team-based care and fostering patient independence.