Transitions to adult services

Most services in CYPMHS see people up to  18 years old. The ADHD medication pathway in East Cheshire sees people up to 16 years old.  After these ages you may be seen by adult services. This can be a worrying time for young people and their families. We have developed processes in conjunction with adult services to make this change as smooth as possible for you. This page gives information on what will happen based on the service you are referred to. Your worker will talk you through your personal plan too.

Process

A few sentences covering the transition process between services. Ensure that this covers both Wirral and Cheshire processes.

We know that that transitioning between services can increase anxiety in young people. Sharing information about the process can help young people prepare for the change.

The transition process will be started early in a gradual way to minimise disruptions for the young person and to support long-term positive outcomes. Planning helps to prevent mental health conditions getting worse.

A CYPMHS 0-18 worker will work closely with the young person and their family with a person-centred approach.

  • Young people and their families will be informed about adult services and involved in decisions.
  • Discussions will start from age 17, or earlier if necessary, and refer to adult mental health services from age 17.5 years. 
  • The CYP worker will link in with a named adult mental health worker.
  • The CYP and adult mental health workers will work together on the transition process if appropriate following discussion and/or assessment. There will be a transition lead in each service to assist with transitions.
  • There will be joint working between services up to 18.5 years if appropriate.
  • A health passport will be created with the young person to support this process.
  • This allows young people to become familiar with the new service and new team looking after them.
Referral Criteria

Any differences in criteria that YP should be made aware of.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who will be involved?

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Who can I contact for more information

Contact number/email of teams and speak to your worker for more information.

If you are being seen by the ADHD medication team you will be seen up to 16 years old. 

Find out more about the adult ADHD pathway for ages 16+ here.