Transition to adulthood

There are a number of changes that you may need to deal with once a person with PWS becomes an adult. They may be leaving school, transferring from child health services to adult health services and possibly wanting more independence. Many adults often leave home to live in residential care or supported living. This page includes information on your options in this respect.

Residential options



If you are a residential care or supported living provider, you can find information specific to your requirements here.


For information aimed at adults with PWS regarding relationships, looking after themselves, and the changes they may experience growing up, please see our Growing Up animations.


For information written specifically for adults with PWS, please go to our I Have PWS page.


For information on other topics such as health, behaviour, education and diet, please visit our I have a family member with PWS section.


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