Archive for March 2019
Tip of the Week: Invitation to April 9th PATH for PWS Study Webinar
For our Latham friends near and far with a loved one diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome, I’d like to remind you that participants are needed for a new study, PATH for PWS: Paving the way for Advances in Treatments and Health for PWS, that will help us better understand serious medical events in PWS. A short 30 to…
Read MoreThe Making of a Donkey Wedding
The early response to our Donkey Wedding fundraiser has been incredible! This unique and quirky concept has piqued the interest and enthusiasm of the community. In today’s Donkeys-for-Good blog series, we thought that we would share some of the behind the scene details that led to the creation of this event. Latham’s beloved and innovative…
Read MoreLatham students show appreciation to Masonic Angel Foundation
Students from Latham School welcomed Masonic Angel Foundation co-founder Robert Fellows to campus yesterday to thank him for his organization’s support. Jake and Mikey presented him with a poster signed by students and staff with the message, “Masonic Angel Foundation… We appreciate you!!” The students donated $200.00 to the Masonic Angel Fund, which represents half…
Read MoreStudent Spotlight: New student shares highlights of life at Latham
Latham Centers happily welcomes another new student, Ryan, to our campus. For today’s Student Spotlight, Admissions Officer Kara McDowell interviewed Ryan: What is your favorite thing about Latham so far? The outings. What outings have you gone on so far? We went to the movies last week. What movie did you see? Wonder Park. It…
Read MoreCreating a calming space
Individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome can often become overwhelmed or overstimulated, requiring a space where they can go to regroup. Creating a safe space – a sensory calming environment – can help to avoid outbursts when the environment becomes too stimulating. These calming spaces can be done anywhere in the home as long as they are…
Read MoreAppreciation for the “Night to Shine” prom event
This follow-up to yesterday’s blog by Warren about the special prom event our students and residents were so happy to attend last month includes additional photos and appreciation. On February 8th, Latham students and adult residents attended “Night to Shine” sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation at the Gateway Christian Church in Cotuit. Night to…
Read MoreFun at the Tim Tebow “Night to Shine” prom event
This two-part blog series about a special event attended by our students and adult residents begins with the heartwarming reflections of Latham resident Warren Lueders: On Friday, February 8th, Latham adult clients along with students from the Children’s Program attended the “Night to Shine” Prom event put on by Tim Tebow’s foundation. We were treated…
Read MoreDonkeys-For-Good: It’s a Donkey Wedding and the pleasure of your company is requested
Esther and Esau will soon be “getting hitched.” On Valentine’s Day, two of Latham’s miniature therapy donkeys got engaged, and a fantastic celebration is in the works. On the afternoon of Saturday, May 11, 2019, at the Taylor-Bray Farm in Yarmouth Port, we invite you to join us for a beautiful seaside wedding ceremony followed…
Read MoreCall for Runners: Join Team Latham in the Falmouth Road Race
If you’re a runner or know someone eager to participate in the 2019 New Balance Falmouth Road Race, we have a spot for you! Latham Centers is among the beneficiary charities selected by the Falmouth Road Race for its Numbers for Nonprofits Program. Through Team Latham, twelve dedicated runners will come together on Sunday, August…
Read MorePatrice Carroll to serve as chair of Prader-Willi Syndrome: A Bright Future conference
PWS CONFERENCE SPEAKER HIGHLIGHT: We’re excited to announce that Patrice Carroll, LCSW, Director of PWS Services at Latham Centers, will serve as Conference Chair at Prader-Willi Syndrome: A Bright Future on June 1st. Patrice will be a speaker at the day-long conference in Connecticut hosted by Latham Centers and the Mac Pact. The conference provides an opportunity…
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