Archive for June 2017
TIP of the WEEK: Through Their Eyes
Matt has been in our adult program for several years. He tells me: “If something in my schedule needs to change tell me as soon as you can… I might still get upset but if I have time to get used to it then it won’t be as bad. If you tell me right before…
Read MoreMonique Williams and Anne Haglof
The Roy T. Morgan Award is given to staff and community members who have shown leadership and commitment towards Latham Centers’ mission over the past year. The William McClennan Award is given to one administrative staff who has excelled in his or her support of our direct-care staff. Yesterday you learned about the Federated Church…
Read MoreFederated Church of Orleans and Secure Networks honored for Roy T. Morgan Awards
The Roy T. Morgan Award is given to staff and community members who have shown leadership and commitment towards Latham Centers’ mission over the past year. In honor of Roy T. Morgan, we honored six individuals and businesses. Yesterday you learned why Maura Smith won on behalf of Adult Services. Today, we write about the…
Read MoreChildren’s Program Year-End Celebration: Generosity
As one parent said, “This year’s celebration was the best one yet.” Annually, at our Year-End Celebration, staff, students, Board of Directors, community friends, and business partners celebrate the achievements of our residents. We also celebrate the generosity of our community and business partners. This week we will honor each of the awardees through our…
Read MoreTIP of the WEEK: Through Their Eyes
This week’s tip is brought to you by Evan, age 21. “When I’m upset don’t tell me that I’m ok because I’m not. Talk to me about things that I like. Let me be upset and don’t talk to me a lot.” What Evan is describing is exactly right! Validate, attempt to distract, and honor…
Read MoreLatham Centers is Life-Changing: A Parent’s Commencement Speech
Jonah Steinhart, teacher at Tamalpais High School, gave an incredibly inspirational graduation speech on June 8th, 2017. In just a few short weeks, over 432 people have viewed it on Youtube. Mr. Steinhart is also a parent of a new student to Latham Centers. In his 12-minute speech he mentions Latham Centers, and how the…
Read MoreLatham Centers Welcomes Brynn Cooper: New Director of Social Services
Latham Centers is thrilled to announce the hire of Brynn Cooper, Director of Social Services. Brynn, and Latham Centers are proud of her local roots; she grew up on Cape Cod and attended Nauset. Prior to receiving her Masters in Social work (LICSW), Bachelor of Arts in Applied Psychology, and minor concentrations in Business…
Read MorePWS: An Introductory Video by Patrice Carroll
Patrice Carroll, Latham Centers’ Manager of PWS Services, is recognized worldwide for her expertise in Prader-Willi Syndrome care. Patrice has filmed many videos on PWS which have been highlighted on the blog – today’s feature is an introductory piece on PWS (re-run). “I have personally witnessed, and we at Latham Centers have seen the incredible…
Read MoreThe Race Point Classroom Visits Cape Cod Museum of Natural History’s Butterfly Exhibit
The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History is located right up the road from campus, and recently the Race Point Classroom made a visit! From June 1st until September 3rd, guests will be able to feed an adult butterfly by holding a small sponge brush with juice on it and watch the butterfly up close as…
Read MoreTIP of the WEEK: Summer Safety Tips
Always use sunscreen. Even on a cloudy day our kids are susceptible to sun burns. Fair skin, temperature regulation issues, and high pain tolerance make sun exposure dangerous. Sun burns hurt and itch making skin picking much more likely. Be mindful while swimming. Our kids lack stamina and often tire easily and without warning. Keep swimming close…
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