Archive for July 2016
TIP of the WEEK: Giving Choices
One of the universal things that you will hear from parents of kids with PWS is that their child doesn’t like to hear the word no. Of course no one does but people with PWS hear this through our actions to keep them safe all day long. Offer as many possible choices as you can;…
Read MorePresident’s Award for Outstanding Vocational Achievement
Annually, at Latham Center’s End-of-Year Celebration the Principal, Vice-Principal, and Director of Children’s Services award an exemplary Latham Student who participates in community activities and serves as a peer leader. This year, in a heartfelt speech in front of 200, Brittni Taylor, Principal, and Kara McDowell, Vice-Principal, acknowledged Ben: “We are pleased to be…
Read MoreLatham Participates and Volunteers at the Annual PWS Walk-a-Thon
Borderland State park, North Easton, MA Several groups from the Children’s and Adults program attended the PWS Walk-a-Thon at Borderland State Park on Sunday, June 26th. We had a beautiful day to enjoy all the activities that had been planned. Face painting, silent auction, and sand art were but a few of the fun…
Read MorePrincipal’s Corner: Why I Teach
Jessica Gremila teaches because… “Watching the students accomplish their goals is the greatest job in the world.” The teachers and aides at Latham Centers are proud to work with our students. After asking each staff why, we decided it must be shared with you, our readers. Thank you to our amazing staff for the work…
Read MoreHave travel plans for the summer? Here are some great TIPS for flights and swimming.
1. Contact the airlines well in advance and let them know you are flying with a person with special needs. Most airlines will have a number of ways to help you before and during your flight. 2. Swimming is an excellent, whole body exercise but some caution is necessary with the person with PWS. It…
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