Transitioning to Adulthood with Diabetes Program
Let’s face it, you’re not a kid anymore. You’re taking on more responsibility — considering college or making decisions about your career and your future. But what about your diabetes care? Now is the time to begin thinking about your health and how you’ll manage it in the future.
Fortunately, your diabetes care team at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is here to help. Learn more about important topics as you transition to adult diabetes care. If you have specific questions or concerns, please contact your diabetes team's social worker.
How we serve you
As you move closer to turning 18, your diabetes team will begin to focus on guiding you as you select an adult care provider. You'll also learn about prescription refills and insurance.
Conditions we treat
Meet your team
As you prepare to move to an adult diabetes provider, you can get help from a social worker, diabetes educator, nutritionist and nurse practitioner who are experts in transitioning patients out of pediatric care.
Our locations
You can visit staff from the Transitioning to Adulthood with Diabetes Program at various regional locations.
Resources for teenagers and young adults
If you are heading off to college or are entering the workforce, the Diabetes Center has resources with information on important topics.
Managing diabetes as a young adult: Important topics
Your probably have questions about why, how and when to transition to an adult diabetes practice. We have answers to make the move easier.
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