Archive for January 2020
Tip of the Week: De-escalating a meltdown
We know how difficult it can be to watch your child have a meltdown, especially because of how helpless it can make you feel. Here are some tips for families and caregivers of individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome to help de-escalate your child during a meltdown: Ignore verbal threats and aggression but answer their questions. Keep…
Read MoreClinical Corner: Carol Nickerson, LICSW, provides valued support to Latham staff
We’re so grateful to Carol Nickerson, LICSW, who has been coming to our Brewster campus for two years to provide scheduled debriefings for any staff member who wishes to talk after incidents they’ve encountered in their work. In a recent letter to Children’s Program staff, Carol shared information about her clinical background and availability for debriefing sessions,…
Read MoreHoliday Craft Fair featured colorful, creative gifts made by students
Special thanks to our students and Children’s Program staff for making the holidays extra-special for all of us. The Latham students’ Holiday Craft Fair was held on Friday, December 20th at the Brewster Baptist Church. As you can see from the photos, their offerings included a wide assortment of beautiful creations. Students worked hard and put…
Read MoreTip of the Week: Setting goals
Helping your child make resolutions for the new year is a great way to take a close look at what they want and hope for themselves. So often we design goals and programming based on what we feel is best without taking the child’s wishes under consideration. When a child helps to create the goal,…
Read MoreJoin Team Latham in the 2020 New Balance Falmouth Road Race
Call for Runners: If you’re a runner or know someone eager to participate in this year’s Falmouth Road Race, we have a spot for you! Please join Latham Centers or spread the word to others who might consider running for our cause. Latham Centers is among the beneficiary charities selected by the New Balance Falmouth Road…
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