Our Services

Residential Services

At Prader-Willi Homes, our residential programs are thoughtfully designed to provide safe, structured, and enriching living environments for adults with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS). Each home offers a warm, family-like setting where residents receive individualized care that promotes independence, wellness, and community connection.

We understand that individuals with PWS require highly specialized and consistent support. Our residential model prioritizes physical, emotional, social, and behavioral well-being through tailored services that evolve with each resident’s needs and goals.

Core Features of Residential Support:

• 24-Hour Supervision to ensure safety, consistency, and immediate response to needs
• Individualized Service and Treatment Planning with Case Coordination to align behavioral and life-enrichment goals across interdisciplinary teams, ensuring care is comprehensive, cohesive, and regularly reviewed
• Therapeutic Behavior Support Programs aligned with positive behavior strategies and resident goals
• Leisure and Social Engagement, including themed events, celebrations, and outings that build relationships and enrich daily life
• Community Collaboration with local organizations to support resident goals related to volunteering, employment, education, and day programming
• Supported, Independent Living in a Community-Based Setting, where residents have their own private bedrooms and personalize their spaces with hobbies and decorations that reflect their identity. They do their own laundry, participate in house meetings, create their own schedules, and engage in personal shopping. Trained staff are always available to provide support, ensure safety, and encourage independence in a structured, home-like environment

Day R.I.S.E.

Day R.I.S.E. (Residential Integrated Support & Enrichment) is a dynamic daytime enrichment program created specifically for individuals with Prader-Willi Syndrome. Designed as an alternative to traditional vocational programming, Day R.I.S.E. provides a safe, structured, and supportive environment where participants can grow, connect, and thrive.

Operating Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Day R.I.S.E. offers both full- and part-time participation options to meet the individual schedules and needs of each resident.

This program blends social engagement, skill-building, creative expression, and fun—all while reinforcing the structure and consistency essential to PWS support. Participants enjoy four rotating, structured activity sessions each day, each lasting approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, ensuring variety, focus, and ongoing stimulation.

Activities may include:

• Life skills and self-advocacy sessions
• Creative arts and music
• Movement and mindfulness exercises
• Educational workshops and enrichment projects
• Community-based outings and social engagement opportunities

Day R.I.S.E. can also be paired with other offerings, including collaboration with work, education, and volunteer efforts in the community. This flexible approach ensures that each participant receives a well-rounded experience that supports their goals both within and beyond the program.

Our goal is to empower participants with confidence, connection, and purpose throughout their day.

Health & Wellness

At Prader-Willi Homes, our Health & Wellness Department is dedicated to supporting the full spectrum of each resident’s needs—body, mind, and community connection.

Our Wellness Specialist works closely with registered dietitians to create and monitor individualized menus and portion plans tailored to meet specific dietary and medical requirements. These plans are not only medically informed but also culturally and socially enriching. Specialty menus are designed for holidays, celebrations, religious observances, and even for dining out at community events. The Wellness Specialist creates shopping lists, recipes, dietary training for new staff, and the development of special menus—ensuring consistency, care, and creativity in every meal.

Wellness at PWH also means joy, movement, and connection. Our team plans dynamic events and activities—from dances and haunted houses to Chinese New Year celebrations (complete with dragons!) and themed bingo nights. Residents stay active and engaged through exercise programs, fun games, and participation in Special Olympics. Whether competitive or simply for fun, there's something for everyone.

The Health Services Team complements this work by coordinating all medical support in collaboration with providers, residents, and their support teams. From assisting families in navigating local medical, dental, optical, and specialty providers, to empowering residents to advocate for themselves in conversations with prescribers, our focus is ensuring the whole person is seen, supported, and understood.

Health Services staff build meaningful partnerships with community providers and stay current on the latest research in Prader-Willi Syndrome, ensuring each resident receives personalized, proactive, and well-coordinated care. They also work directly with program staff to share essential medical information and equip every team member to confidently support resident needs. Our on-site Registered Nurse is available to residents between appointments to keep up on new concerns and to ensure our staff have the latest information to best support our individuals.

Together, our Health & Wellness Department fosters a vibrant, well-rounded life for every resident—balancing clinical oversight, daily support, nutrition, movement, and meaningful celebration.