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PWS Adult-Specific Resources

Transition to Adult Checklist

 

This is a checklist to help caregivers navigate the transition into adulthood.

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PWS Adult Medical Doctor Directory

 

This document is a list of medical doctors and other support staff in Utah that have experience managing Prader-Willi syndrome.

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Adult Topics Addressed on the National PWSA Website

 

This document is a list of adult resources from the National PWSA website. It has an at-a-glance list of topics.

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Parent Retirement Effects on Disabled Adult Child's Benefits

 

This document discusses when the parent of an adult with disabilities retires or passes away, the child may qualify for federal disability benefits based on their parent’s work record, even if the child has never worked.

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Tanner Withers SSI/SSDI Video

 

Tanner Withers helps navigate the often confusing world of Disabled Adult Child (DAC) benefit options to help families obtain the benefits they're eligible for. This video explains key takeaways about SSI/SSDI/DAC/Medicaid and Medicare for 18-22 year olds.

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About UPWSA

The mission of the Utah Prader-Willi Syndrome Association is to enhance the lives of individuals and families affected by Prader-Willi syndrome.

The Prader-Willi Utah Association doing business as The Utah Prader-Willi Syndrome Association, federal tax ID # 87-0468350, is a nonprofit corporation with a federal tax exempt status under 501(c)(3)

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