Archive for August 2020
PWS University podcast features Latham School student Daniel
We have some exciting Latham Podcast news! On PWS University, our LivingHealthy with PWS Podcast series, Patrice Carroll and Katrina Fryklund focus on the most relevant information about Prader-Willi syndrome care, in addition to highlighting all the good in the lives of people with PWS. Katrina recently shared that they are initiating a new Student…
Read MoreLife at Latham: 3 minutes of pure joy
With our program participants’ permission, we’re sharing this 3-minute video that we can’t get enough of — especially those of us who like Journey’s Don’t Stop Believin’! Residential Manager Holly Hanlon shared the video clip showing Latham Adult Services Case Manager Mindy Uhlman sharing her DJ talents and enthusiasm with residents. Holly wrote, “Mindy came to Railroad equipped…
Read MoreLatham “goes green” with responsible recycling of electronics and components
Latham Centers hosted its second annual all-employee Technology Recycling event earlier this month! We’re thrilled to report that collectively, we responsibly recycled 1,413 pounds of obsolete electronics in the August pickup by electronics waste and recycling service company PC Survivors of Massachusetts, LLC. Electronics recycling helps to protect the environment AND reduces data risks. Electronics can contain substances…
Read MoreTip of the Week: Remote learning
Latham’s Tip of the Week from our expert on Prader-Willi syndrome is sure to help any parent of school-age children, but especially those with special needs: For those of you who choose to keep your child home and use the remote learning option, here are some ways to keep your child on track: Set up…
Read MorePlease support Team Latham in the Falmouth Road Race “At-Home Edition”
The 2020 New Balance Falmouth Road Race “At-Home Edition” is underway! All of us at Latham Centers would like to thank our amazing team of dedicated runners who are raising money to support Latham Centers’ capital campaign for the new Latham Community and Arts Center by participating in this year’s race – virtually. Our team is comprised of current…
Read MoreMaking new friends: Latham’s Virtual Storytime features Hannah
Latham Centers has received wonderful feedback on our Virtual Storytime programming. It has become a much-anticipated online event created by the Children’s Program team for students with Prader-Willi syndrome. Katrina Fryklund, Director of National Outreach, shares highlights of a recent Virtual Storytime: Virtual Storytime at Latham Centers is full of fun surprises. Hannah joins us…
Read MoreLife at Latham: Fishing at ‘Turtle Pond’
At a local Brewster pond Latham students often refer to as “Turtle Pond,” these images of a recent Saturday afternoon fishing excursion are sure to make your heart swell. Thanks to our staff for sharing these spectacular photos of the students’ fishing success! Don’t they make you want to go fishing?
Read MoreTip of the Week: Wearing a mask
Whether you decide to send your child back to in-person classes or simply need to run an errand, there will be a time when your child will likely need to wear a mask. For kids with sensory processing disorder, wearing a mask for any period of time can be difficult, so plan and practice ahead…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Gratitude to a generous young mask maker
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” -Helen Keller In today’s blog, we recognize an extraordinary young person and volunteer, Michaela Buckley, who answered a call for help with a challenging mask-making request. As we all struggle to adjust to a “new normal” during the COVID-19 pandemic, masks have become…
Read MoreTrevor from Colorado reads on Latham’s Storytime
As we continue our Virtual Storytime providing a growing community for students with Prader-Willi syndrome, our student readers truly shine! On Latham Centers’ July 20th Virtual Storytime, Trevor selected Millie’s Chickens written by Brenda Williams and illustrated by Valeria Cis. It’s a fun story: “Tend Millie’s backyard chickens from day to night in this rhyming…
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