Health Care Transition (HCT) is the process of moving a child to an adult model of health care – with or with a transfer to a new clinician.

To improve the ability of youth and young adults to manage their own health care and effectively use health services

To ensure an organized clinical process in pediatric and adult practices to facilitate HCT preparation, transfer of care, and integration into adult care

An alternative to guardianship that allows a person to keep their decision-making authority without appointing a substitute decision-maker