About us
Moving from being a child to being an adult is a big moment, especially for young people who need care and support. Our transition team is here to make that journey smoother, more informed, and aimed at helping you succeed.
To make things better, we have joined the transition service and the preparation for adulthood (PfA) service together.
There is now one service, called the transition team, supporting young people with adult social care needs.
This means families and professionals have a single point of contact for planning and support. By bringing the teams together, we can:
- work more closely
- avoid repeating work
- make sure young people get the help they need when they need it
Our work is based on that set out in the Care Act 2014 and is our legal responsibility. We make sure that young people who will probably need adult social care get the right support.
What we mean by transition
Transition is not just about changing services, it is about about getting ready for a happy and independent adult life.
Studies show that starting to plan early with clear goals can really help, making things happen more smoothly and helping young people avoid relying on support they do not need.
Who we support
We work with young people aged 14 to 25 years who:
- have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
- are likely to meet Care Act eligibility for adult social care
- have a diagnosis of learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and / or autism, or a young person who is waiting for a diagnosis relating to one of these areas, and / or complex needs
Page last updated 23 December 2025
