Evaluation of Transition With a Heart, a Transition Program for Adolescents With Congenital Heart Disease and Parents

TWAH is a transition program, especially developed for adolescents with CHD and their parents. TWAH is starting at the age of 12 years and continuing after transfer. The most vital core components include a general and individualized flowchart, adolescent-centred communication, a joined transfer consultation and an appointed transition coordinator. TWAH focuses on promoting disease knowledge, autonomy and skills development of adolescents with CHD. Interventions encompass the use of a communication-paper, autonomously talking to professionals, individualized education and skills development plan. Details can be found in De Hosson et al, 2020 (1).