Archive for July 2018
Katrina Fryklund runs Falmouth Road Race for Latham residents and staff
Latham Centers’ Director of National Outreach Katrina Fryklund will run in the Falmouth Road Race this August, along with ten teammates raising money for Latham. She shares her unique perspective – as a local Cape Codder and Latham leader – in “Why I Run”: “As graduation neared in 2013 I faced a decision; to return…
Read MorePrincipal’s Corner: Students enjoy music and dance with Capoeira Besouro Cape Cod
Our students were recently treated to a special event led by Capoeira Besouro Cape Cod. Latham Teacher Tomas Ayala coordinated the local Capoeira group, bringing the Brazilian fusion of dance and martial arts to campus on July 19th. They brought aspects of culture and music along with fitness and strength building, and our students (and…
Read MoreTip of the Week: A moving essay by a loving sister
The New York Times published a profoundly moving article last week – it is worthy of sharing with the Prader-Willi syndrome community and beyond. In “Mourning the Loss of a Sibling Rival,” Gina DeMillo Wagner writes, “My brother had special needs and could quickly veer from loving to violent. When he died, I grieved for…
Read MoreSteve Bebrin shares “Why I Run” the Falmouth Road Race for Latham
Eleven Team Latham Falmouth Road Race runners have signed on for the 7-mile seaside road race to raise funds for Latham Centers. We honor their commitment and gratefully share “Why I Run,” in the words of Latham parent Steve Bebrin. Steve’s son Michael is a Latham School graduate and current resident in Latham Centers’ Adult…
Read MoreStaff Spotlight: CapeCodToday.com features Latham intern Colleen Macdonald
Latham School intern Colleen Macdonald was featured in CapeCodToday.com’s “Summer Intern Chronicles” this morning. Latham Centers places college students in a variety of internships year-round. Colleen is interning this summer in our Children’s Services Program, and her reflections quoted from CapeCodToday.com follow: Hi, I am Colleen Macdonald and I live in Sandwich. I am entering…
Read MoreRiders wanted to help Latham’s Last Gasp Team reach goal of $15K
Latham Centers is a beneficiary charity for Cape Cod Charitable FunRaisers’ Last Gasp Bike, Boat and Bake event again this year, and we’re looking for riders. This fundraising event on Sunday, September 16th incorporates a 62-mile bike ride, an hour-long Cape Cod Bay boat cruise, and a traditional Cape Cod clambake. Two of our staffers…
Read MoreVocational News: Latham adults enjoy success at Harwich craft fair
It has been a busy and rewarding summer for Latham’s Vocational Services Program participants. Earlier this month, four of our adult residents showcased their handcrafted (and home-grown) items at the Harwich Cranberry Arts & Music Festival Craft Fair at Brooks Park. “It was a successful craft show for our residents; they earned money for their…
Read MoreTip of the Week: Bedtime
Individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome struggle with getting a good night’s sleep. Here are some ways to help your child get the best sleep that they can: Pick a bedtime and stick to it. Regardless of vacations, holidays, or events, try to keep the same bedtime regardless. Allowing for special occasions will typically backfire and…
Read MoreConference reflections: “One of the best things” for PWS caregivers
Latham Centers has a long history of leadership and professional development in the local, regional, and national Prader-Willi syndrome community. Specialized PWS conferences have proven remarkably insightful to staff at Latham; conferences are a catalyst for continued education and opportunities to connect with people from around the globe. Earlier this year, staff from both our…
Read MoreLatham staff and residents volunteer at Paw Palooza Dog Festival
Agway of Cape Cod’s Charitable Foundation hosted the third annual Paw Palooza in Yarmouth this past weekend, and some of our staff members and residents were thrilled to attend and volunteer at the event. About 10,000 people came to celebrate their furry friends and support the Cape’s two largest humane organizations. The event’s proceeds will…
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