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In many ways, Jeff Walden is a typical college student, but in some ways he is not. He was born with a severe physical disability that has posed many challenges on his road to independence. This video explores the process of transition from pediatric to adult oriented health care and the influences that have contributed to Jeff's success. Run time: 24 minutes  (2004)

Transition is never easy, however this process is usually more difficult for young adults with special health care needs who have been receiving care from specialized pediatric treatment settings and providers.  This video looks at how Jim and his family prepared for health care transition and their current efforts to complete the process. Run time: 10 minutes  (2001)

Since You’re Not A Kid Anymore It’s Time To Be More In Charge Of Your Health Care

Now That You're In High School It’s Time To Be More In Charge Of Your Health Care

Envisioning My Future: A Young Person’s Guide to Health Care Transition

This 18 minute video teaches teens how communicate effectively with health care providers so that they answer teens' questions and give the information and supports teens need to be more in charge of their own health. Teens will also learn how prepare and give health care providers the information they need to give teens the best possible medical care.

Growing up and becoming an adult is difficult for all youth, but can be especially challenging for young people with special health care needs. This video was developed to help youth and young adults with chronic health conditions and their families be better prepared for adulthood, especially the move from pediatric to adult-oriented health care. This video was developed through a contract from Children's Medical Services to the University of Florida. Run time: 29 minutes  (2007)

Many young people have found the GLADD approach to talking with health care professionals to be very helpful.

Many young people have found the GLADD approach to talking with health care professionals to be very helpful.