Archive for January 2020
Tip of the Week: IEP Components – Staff Support
Parents have asked for suggestions about information to be included on an IEP created for a child with Prader-Willi syndrome. Previous tips have outlined Food Safety and Clinical and Behavioral components; below is a list of Staff Support suggestions to include in the IEP. Staff Support Must always be within “eyeshot” and/or “earshot” of staff Constant close monitoring during all parts of…
Read MoreLatham is the February beneficiary of Stop & Shop Orleans’ “Community Bag” Program
Latham Centers has been selected to be a part of the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program “designed to make it easy for customers to contribute to their local community while supporting the environment.” For the month of February, each time a $2.50 reusable Community Bag is purchased at the Stop & Shop located in Orleans, $1 will be donated…
Read MoreLatham thanks community for support on “Sunday Journal”
In case you missed the Sunday Journal radio broadcast featuring an interview with Latham President Anne McManus, the link to the audio podcast is now available at CapeCod.com here. Anne shared highlights of Latham’s 50-year legacy (1970 to 2020) and vision for the future on the January 26th public affairs radio program. In the 17-minute Sunday Journal…
Read MoreStaff Spotlight: Dominic Monick honored as Supervisor of the Quarter
Children’s Services Residential Supervisor Dominic Monick was presented with Latham Centers’ “Supervisor of the Quarter” Award last week. In presenting the award to Dom, Latham President Anne McManus said, “Dom was nominated by his colleagues for his outstanding contribution, and it is well-deserved! I have had numerous opportunities to see Dom in action, and there always…
Read MoreIEP Components – Clinical and Behavioral
Parents have asked for suggestions about information that should be included on an IEP created for a child with Prader-Willi syndrome. Last week’s tip outlined Food Safety components; below is a list of Clinical and Behavioral suggestions to include in the IEP. Clinical and Behavioral Access to Psychologist or Social Worker Comprehensive Treatment Plan (clinical report) Health Care Report…
Read MoreThis weekend on “Sunday Journal”: Anne McManus shares impact of Latham’s 50 years
A radio segment featuring Latham Centers will air this weekend on Cape Cod Broadcasting Media’s “Sunday Journal.” Host Justin Saunders interviewed Anne McManus, President & CEO, in CapeCod.com’s Hyannis newsroom earlier this week for the public affairs radio program. Sunday Journal has informed Cape Codders on area issues and topics for over 40 years. In…
Read MoreStaff Spotlight: JoEllen Whatley receives Supervisor of the Quarter Award
Congratulations to Residential Manager JoEllen Whatley (“Jodi”), who was honored recently with Latham Centers’ “Supervisor of the Quarter” Award! Jodi’s contributions to the Adult Services Program are numerous; she promotes teamwork, enhances morale, provides exceptional service to our residents and their families, and she is a wonderful mentor and role model. Jodi started at Latham Centers…
Read MoreTip of the Week: Food Safety
We’ve been asked for suggestions about what should be included on an IEP created for a child with Prader-Willi syndrome. In this first of a 3-part tip series, we’re sharing important Food Safety components we recommend for the IEP. Information to include on your child’s IEP: Food Safety Food free environment: no food on-site, no food as…
Read MoreStaff Spotlight: Cheyenne Robles joins HR Recruitment Team
The newest member of our Organizational Development Department, Cheyenne Robles, said her job as Assistant Recruiter is very rewarding. Since joining Latham Centers four months ago, Cheyenne has met with many job candidates excited to learn more about Latham’s mission and the work that we do. “Every one of them is interested in finding out…
Read MoreThanks to Mid-Cape for ‘2020 Giving Guide’ sponsorship
We’re so grateful to Mid-Cape Home Centers for sponsoring Latham Centers in the 2020 Giving Guide of regional philanthropic opportunities published by Cape & Plymouth Business. The annual guide is a supplement to the business magazine covering the South Shore, Plymouth, and Cape Cod. Now in its tenth year, the Giving Guide “is my favorite publication to…
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