Archive for July 2021
Video featuring longtime staffer highlights Children’s Program opportunities
One of Latham’s Cape Cod radio ads featuring Amy Smith is the PERFECT soundtrack for our newest one-minute video slideshow. Scrolling photos of students and staff provide a glimpse of life on campus, while Amy shares how working the overnight shift allowed her to be home with her family during the day. Amy began as…
Read MoreTip of the Week: Summer safety
Summer heat is a great time to enjoy fun by the water, but some caution is necessary to keep kids and adults with Prader-Willi syndrome safe. Remember that people with PWS have low muscle tone, and swimming uses almost all of our muscles. Swimming is a great exercise, but be mindful that people with PWS…
Read MoreA Virtual Tour and Open House Just for YOU!
Would you like to learn more about the Children’s and Adult Programs at Latham Centers? Don’t miss this opportunity on July 20th to speak with members of the Admissions and Outreach Team, as well as staff from different components, about why Latham Centers is such an excellent residential program. Students like Sean THRIVE at Latham Centers because of…
Read MoreLatham’s Summertide is off to a fantastic start!
Last week was truly momentous – especially Wednesday when our Children’s Program campus welcomed five new students for our Summertide program. “The kids are doing great, and the parents are enjoying some respite. I could not be more proud to be part of Latham as I am today,” Director of Children’s Program Gerry Pouliot commented. Summertide at…
Read MoreTip of the Week: Latham’s Virtual Open House (Save the Date)
One parent of a former Latham student (now an adult resident at Latham) tells other parents, “One of the best things that you can do is get to know the program before deciding on placement.” Get to know more about Latham Centers’ Children’s Campus on Tuesday, July 20th, 5—6 pm EST in our virtual, interactive Open…
Read MoreArtistic creations from Latham’s Juneteenth activities
We have some wonderful new artwork to share! Juneteenth was a momentous occasion at Latham Centers, with educational lessons in our programs, celebratory zoom sessions, and fun traditional meals. Katrina Fryklund (Director of National Outreach) and Latham staff hosted lessons for both the adult and student residents, including readings about Juneteenth and a drawing class.…
Read MoreJuly 4th Holiday Weekend Activities
Check out what we have planned for Fourth of July weekend! Who wouldn’t want to work and see a Cape League baseball game, throw water balloons, and go to a concert? (And in case you didn’t already know… Latham Staff Are Awesome!)
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