Archive for June 2012
TIP of the WEEK: The Hard Questions
“Will I get married one day?” “Will I have my own children?” “Can I become a firefighter/pilot/doctor or nurse?” “Will I go to college?” We hear these questions so often and many parents struggle with what to say. Do we take away their dreams by being honest or do we provide them with a…
Read MoreAmy Carroll Honored with 40 Under 40 2012
Latham Board member Amy Carroll was recently honored with a “40 Under 40” award by the Cape & Plymouth Business Magazine. The annual award program recognizes distinguished businesspeople under the age of 40. Working in conjunction with the Cape Cod Young Professionals and South Shore Young Professionals, this program spotlights the region’s top young business…
Read MoreTIP of the WEEK: SUMMER SNACK IDEAS
No matter what your plans are for this summer you no doubt have a different schedule and routine than you do during the school year. This change in routine can be very difficult for our kids with PWS, not to mention the constant challenges of BBQ’s with family who may not understand your child’s needs.…
Read MoreThe Mileage of a Blog….
I admit it, I like the spontaneity of blogging. An idea pops into my head and before I forget the thought, I can communicate it to…well, you. Who though, are you? I wondered if anything we write about at Latham is interesting to a greater audience so I decided to remotely venture into the geographic…
Read MoreLatham Attends 4th Annual PWSANE Walkathon
Several students, adults and staff members attended the Prader-Willi Syndrome Association of New England 4th annual PWSANE walkathon! As always Latham students helped out by supplying the water and passing it out to make sure that all of the walkers stayed hydrated. We had a wonderful day seeing old friends and meeting new ones, getting…
Read MoreLions & Tigers and BEARS, Oh My!
Cape Cod said goodbye to one of her most unique visitors yesterday…a wandering black bear. This bear’s internal “GPS” was somewhat screwed up (or it was looking for a pre-season vacation rate). Instead of heading north, it came east. Our Cape Cod bear became the media darling of our communities and his adventures up and…
Read MoreLatham Tip of the Week: What to Do about Sensory Overload
Many children with PWS find everyday hygiene routines almost unbearable. Sensations like brushing teeth, hair brushing and bathing send them into sensory overload and you find yourself fighting to do the most basic routines. Try having your child bite on a vibrating toy made specifically for biting just before it’s time to brush his or…
Read MoreLatham is Blooming!
Take a look at the beautiful gardens that the students and facilities staff have been busy cultivating this Spring! The students can be proud of creating beautiful spaces filled with color and scents that welcome all. ” You can bury a lot of troubles digging in the dirt.” ~Author Unknown
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