Dr Sandra Fisman is a Professor and the Chair of the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Western University, London, Ontario. Dr Fisman reflects on the journeys of families and the need for compassion. She engages us to consider our journeys as caring professionals.

Dr. Nick Kates, (professor and chair of the department of psychiatry & behavioural neurosciences, McMaster University) discusses compassionate person and family-centred care as transformative for patient experience and systems. A transformative message!

Transition to adulthood can be daunting for people with developmental disabilities. The Developmental Disability Primary Care Program (DDPCP) developed SHARE Transition Plan Tools to guide for health care providers to communicate with patients and families about their transition from pediatric services. SHARE spells out 5 key areas for planning transition: Supports for Communication & Capability; Healthcare Transition & Transfer; Activities & Engagement; Relationships & Well-being; Exploring Services & Supports. Transition planning involves setting goals with youth and families in these areas over time. “SHARE” is also the essence of the collaborative process. 5 unique families SHARE their experiences with these 5 realms of shared transition planning. Visit the DDPCP website (https://ddprimarycare.surreyplace.ca/) Download the Health Care Transition Tools (SHARE Transition Plan & Checklist, Transfer Tools) https://ddprimarycare.surreyplace.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/2.6-TAY-Transition-Transition-Plan.pdf