Archive for September 2017
Tip of the Week: Need consultation?
Many of our “Tip of the Week” followers know that Latham Centers’ residential program has the largest population of children and adults diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome in the country. But what you may not know is that we also offer consultation services for those who may not need, be ready for, or have funding for…
Read MoreAdult Services resident hosts first pop-up farm stand in Brewster
At his first-ever pop-up farm stand last week, Latham resident Warren sold vegetables and herbs from the garden he planted at his home in Yarmouth Port. Warren’s garden stand was a great success, thanks to many who have supported his vocational venture. Agway assisted in the planting stage, Latham staff members helped throughout the growing…
Read MoreSpecial Olympics football and soccer seasons begin
The Latham Hawks have begun weekly practices for the fall Special Olympics season. Coached by campus staff volunteers, we have 24 students participating in football and 19 students in soccer. Latham’s Special Olympics Coordinator Monique Williams reported that both teams have a great group this season. “We continue to see an increase in participation from…
Read MoreTip of the Week: More about gastroparesis
Last week’s tip on gastroparesis touched upon a particularly important topic for the PWS community. Gastroparesis causes your stomach to empty much more slowly than it should. Once diagnosed, it is important to stay vigilant so that it does not reoccur. Some ways to help your child’s GI system stay on track include: 1. Eat…
Read MoreStudents tour French Cable Station Museum in Orleans
Latham students were welcomed by volunteers at the historic French Cable Station Museum in Orleans this week. The group was given a guided tour of the museum, and students learned about the technology countries relied upon to communicate with each other in the late 1800s. During World War I, General Pershing in France communicated…
Read MoreBrendan Corliss plans solo 220-mile “Strength Ride” for the benefit of Latham Centers
Latham family member Brendan Corliss is so passionate about our mission that he will bike 220 miles from Maine to Cape Cod to raise funds for our programs. Brendan created the “2017 Strength Ride” in honor of his brother, a Latham resident who has been part of our Adult Services Program since 1997. On October 13th and 14th, Brendan…
Read MoreAugust staff awards: Children’s Program honors Krystal, Jenna, and Orione
We’re happy to recognize three Children’s team members who received “Staff of the Month” awards for August. Residential Director Gina Sheehan highlighted the award recipients’ excellence: Krystal Ketler, Residential Behavior Specialist: Krystal works every shift, and she is always willing to help out. Krystal’s energy is positive and contagious. She motivates the students to participate…
Read MoreTip of the Week: Gastroparesis
People with Prader-Willi syndrome have different GI systems than a typical person. Where food that we eat is processed and moved through our stomach in a matter of a few hours, sometimes in the person with PWS this process takes far longer. This is called slow gastric motility. When someone has slow gastric motility, it can cause…
Read MoreStaff Spotlight: Tim Vaughan shares insights from nearly a decade at Latham
We wish our Director of Leadership and Growth the very best as he embarks on the next chapter in his career. Before leaving to take on a new leadership role with a fortunate human services organization in New Hampshire, Tim Vaughan shares some of the lessons he has learned while working with Latham students, adult…
Read MoreLatham School receives generous donation of school supplies from Masonic Angel Foundation
The Masonic Angel Foundation graciously donated school supplies to our students again this year, and Principal Brittni Taylor said the students loved arriving to their classrooms on the first day and seeing the new materials assembled at their desks. “It really symbolizes a fresh start, all while bringing so much positivity to the new…
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