Archive for April 2015
Latham Celebrates Brewster in Bloom with Siobhan Magnus and Guapo’s
This weekend will be very exciting for everyone on campus and all of those in Brewster because of BREWSTER IN BLOOM. Latham Centers will have a Craft Table at Drummer Boy Park for Kids Fest from 10a-2p. Students will be there with staff, so stop by and come ready to buy crafts! Rachel Dewees will…
Read MoreLife in Adult Services
As the seasons change, and we transition into the spring and summer months, Latham Centers Adult Services Program will begin monthly blogs spotlighting items of interest, special events, announcements, and other newsworthy items in Adult Services. These blogs will offer a unique perspective from Latham Personnel, as well as the individuals that reside and…
Read MorePrincipal’s Corner!
Administration Visits Connecticut School District Principal Brittni Taylor and I had the pleasure of visiting the Guilford School District in Connecticut last week. Every summer, Latham has the pleasure of hosting a young man from the Guilford school district for our Summer Tide Program. Homer and his family reside on Cape Cod for…
Read MoreLiving and Thriving with PWS
Romantic Relationships Part 1 Many people believe that individuals with PWS can’t fall in love or shouldn’t be in a romantic relationship. Research states we can’t have children due to infertility, which also makes people think that we can’t fall in love. Also, the assumption is we’d never be able to live together because we…
Read MoreTIP of the WEEK: Peer Support
Peer support is a helpful and often underused strategy to pull out of your toolbox when your child needs some extra help. Like most kids, it can be easier for our children to accept help and advice from peers rather than parents or caregivers. 1. Connect with other families. So many of you are physically…
Read MoreTIP of the WEEK: Dental Issues With PWS
Dental issues in people with PWS often start at a young age and can last throughout adulthood. Thick saliva, picking at gums or the tongue, poor overall dental hygiene and rumination are all contributing factors. Low muscle tone and challenges with fine motor control make proper teeth brushing especially difficult. Here are some ways…
Read MoreTIP of the WEEK: Surviving Easter
A quick tip to help you have a happy Easter without the stress. 1. If going to church is important to you be sure to have a plan. If you know that your child cannot tolerate sitting still and being quiet for an hour then do not bring him or her. It is only going…
Read More8th Annual World Autism Awareness Day
April 2nd, 2015 marks the 8th annual World Autism Awareness Day. Around the area you may see blue lights representing many individuals and families who are diagnosed with and affected by this spectrum disorder. Latham Centers prides itself on helping children and young adults with Autism lead more meaningful lives through specialized education plans, strong…
Read MoreHonors in Adult Services
On March 27, 2015, Latham Resident Janice R. and Adult Services staff member Joanna S. both received recognition awards via the Cape and Islands DDS Citizens Advisory Board. Janice R. turned 60 in March, is one of the oldest living residents with PWS in the country and has been nominated for her perseverance in…
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