Archive for February 2015
TIP of the WEEK: We Are Rare
This weekend we celebrate International Rare Disease Day. One day of the year that the spotlight is on those that live with diseases so rare that, in some cases, very little is known about them. But what about the other 364 days of the year? Who is watching, learning, studying, worrying and loving those living…
Read MoreLife with PWS from a Student’s Perspective
The below autobiography was composed by a student at Latham Centers as the first to a series about her life. Her positive take on Prader-Willi Syndrome and her willingness to discuss her journey are truly admirable. “Hi, my name is Bess. I live with a wonderful disability. I am not your average 19-year-old girl. I…
Read MoreTIP of the WEEK: Keeping your Cool
It is crucial that we keep our cool during an incident- remain calm, keep distractions down, use a calming tone of voice. It is equally as important, however, to remember these tips after an incident has occurred: 1. Don’t judge. Even if the trigger seems trivial to you, something caused your child to become extremely…
Read MoreTIP of the WEEK: Surviving Meltdowns
Despite all of your efforts and planning there may come a time when an escalated situation becomes out of control. Here are some things to consider if a meltdown goes too far: 1. Don’t try to reason with your child about why they shouldn’t be upset. It may seem trivial and slight to you but…
Read MoreLATHAM PROFILES: Ron Sume
LATHAM PROFILES: Ron SumeActivities for Daily Living Teacher Ron has worked at Latham Centers in the Children’s Program since July 8th, 2001. Throughout this interview Ron was smiling from ear to ear. This emphasizes how much he loves the work and being a part of our students’ lives. What do you enjoy most about your job? …
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