I am a parent or caregiver

The Pediatric-Adult Transition Hub – Espace de transition adulte-pédiatrique (PATH-ETAP) is a team of experts in pediatric-adult transition.

Meet our team:

• Laura Colombo Fiore, Administrative Agent
• Karina Milard, Certified Child Life Specialist, Transition Consultant
• Mai Christine Nguyen, Occupational Therapist, Transition Consultant
• Jordana Saada, Senior Advisor, Patient Experience

PATH-ETAP provides support to teen patients and their families along the transition from pediatric to adult healthcare.

We offer:

• 1:1 transition preparation (self-management skills, healthcare navigation skills, self-advocacy skills, psychosocial support)
• Self-advocacy workshops
• Support for parents of teens and young adults

We care about you and your teen’s health. As your teen grows older, their healthcare needs will change. We will support you along the way. While you are at the Montreal Children’s Hospital, you are involved in making decisions regarding your teen’s health care. During their teenage years, they will be more involved in making their own choices. We will work with you and your teen to prepare you for the upcoming changes.

Once your teen turns 18, they will be transferred to an adult doctor. We can help make this change easier in different ways. This might mean helping them find a doctor, sending their medical records, and discussing any special needs with their new healthcare provider. We may also provide your teen with information on community resources and specialty care, if necessary. Since their privacy is important to us, your teen’s health information will only be shared with you if you agree. We want you to feel supported and prepared for the transition to adult health care.

Services:

• Self-advocacy workshops for teens

Resources:

• Parent/Caregiver Transition Booklet
• Tracking tool: My Teen’s Pediatric and Adult Healthcare Providers
• Tracking tool: My Teen’s Technology, Equipment, and Supplies