Archive for December 2017
Heroics at Brewster adult residence: training saves a life
Residential Counselor Joanna Shea’s quick action proved heroic when an adult Latham resident was choking. Her supervisor commended Joanna’s vigilance. “Direct support staff at Latham are trained regularly in basic First Aid and CPR,” noted Residential Manager Stephen Lavallee. “An incident like this shows us all how important these trainings are. It’s with great appreciation—from…
Read MorePrincipal’s Corner: Speech Therapist Eileen Hachey is appreciated by students and staff
At Latham School, consulting therapists work with students who qualify and are appropriately identified as needing services including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Therapy. Therapists come to campus on different days of the week to meet with our students, either in small groups or individually. Eileen Hachey, who has helped students at Latham for…
Read MoreLatham staffers raise funds for Special Olympics athletes in Jolly Jaunt 5K
Latham Centers’ Jolly Jaunt Team of 12 elves helped raise over $31,000 for local Special Olympics athletes at last week’s Holiday 5K in Hyannis. Congratulations to our staff members who spent their day off on Sunday, December 3rd supporting Special Olympians through the Jolly Jaunt. Great job, Jenna Losordo, Emily Hallock, Jessica Gremila, Monique Williams,…
Read MoreElf on the Shelf visits Marconi
It’s that magical time of the year, and the Elf on the Shelf has arrived in the Marconi classroom. Our students (and staff) could not be more excited! We’re anxious to see whether the Elf moves about the classroom in the coming days.
Read MoreStaff Spotlight: Meet Margaret French-Beltis, Latham’s new CFO
We’re pleased to introduce our new Chief Financial Officer, Margaret French-Beltis (Maggie). Latham’s new CFO has returned to the world of non-profit financial management after developing a successful career through a financial consultancy and professional/personal development coaching business. Previously, Maggie served as CFO at the Visiting Nurse Association of Cape Cod after a decade-long…
Read MorePrincipal’s Corner: Latham Hawks play in Special Olympics football tournament at Gillette
The Latham Hawks Football Team had the pleasure of playing at Gillette Stadium in the state Special Olympics tournament last month. The Hawks, who went undefeated at their qualifier, were one of many teams chosen to compete at the tournament. Students enjoyed a packed lunch and a walk through the “The Hall” at Patriot Place.…
Read MoreYoga apprenticeship inspires adult residents to try something new
A new yoga program being developed by Vocational Director Maura Smith has exceeded all expectations in its first several weeks. The “Latham Bliss Yoga” pilot project was inspired by adult resident Michelle C., who loves doing yoga and aspires to become a yoga instructor. In this first-ever Latham Centers yoga apprenticeship, Michelle has been serving…
Read MoreLatham students prepare luminaries for Brewster for the Holidays annual event
Community members who participated in the Brewster for the Holidays events at Drummer Boy Park on Friday likely saw some of the luminary bags filled by our students last week during vocational class. Luminaries glow throughout Drummer Boy Park at the annual bayside tree and windmill lighting event organized by the Brewster Chamber of…
Read MoreTip of the Week: In his words – Sean
Sean is an extraordinary young man who has been with us at Latham School since last December. He has an enormous heart, always knows when someone isn’t feeling well, and does whatever he can to make everyone around him smile. He’s an avid and fierce Harry Potter fan and friend to all animals big and…
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