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In Partnership with the Joseph Rowntree Foundation

Many health and social services authorities are aware of an increasing number of young people surviving into adulthood with a range of impairments and a high level of health and support needs. However, inadequate knowledge about this group and the sometimes inappropriate organisation of services can mean that a young person 'hurtles into a void' of uncertainty and inadequate support.

The consequences of a failure of agencies to work in a needs-led and co-ordinated way are often significant for these young people. Their chances of living independently will be undermined, their quality of life will suffer and, for some, their life-expectancy will be diminished.

This review summarises existing research in this area. It also presents information for six health and social services authorities and the views and experiences of 16 young people with complex health and support needs'. Throughout the report, key questions for those commissioning and providing health and social services are identified, the the hope that it will help them to assist young people to make a successful transition to adulthood.

Professionals within the social care sector are required to undertake Continuous Professional Development (CPD) by the General Social Care Council (GSCC). Those who use this resource will be able to gain CPD points.

Format: A4 book (160pp)

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