Latham Board of Directors creates thank you video for our staff

The staff at Latham Centers received an extra-special “Happy Holidays” wish from the Latham Board of Directors. With their permission, we’re sharing it with the Latham Community – their heartfelt messages of appreciation will surely resonate with everyone connected to Latham Centers. In the words of Board President Chris Gillstrom, “On behalf of the entire Board…

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Students celebrate the holidays in an amazing virtual concert

The students at Latham Centers truly impressed all the staff in attendance at our annual Holiday Concert. While we were unable to gather all the students in-person due to current COVID-19 protocols, Meghan Foley, Director of Education, and Matthew O’Sullivan, Assistant Principal, innovatively designed a concert in which all the students were able to participate…

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Warmest Holiday Greetings from Latham Centers!

We’re dreaming of a healthy, happy winter ahead for all of our students, residents, staff, and families near and far. “Hope Shines Bright” here at Latham Centers. To donate to Latham Centers, please follow our Winter Appeal link.

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A Holiday Season Staff Thank You!

  As we approach the end of 2021 and reflect upon the year, the directors at Latham Centers are incredibly grateful for everyone who works in our programs. From those in Maintenance who work to beautify the grounds and buildings every day in both the Children’s Program and Adult Program, to the Direct Care Staff,…

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Staff Spotlight: Danielle Kinder, 2021 William McClennan Award Recipient

Congratulations to Danielle Kinder, who was surprised with the William McClennan Award at Latham Centers’ Annual Staff Awards Ceremony last month. Kristina Law presented the award in an all-staff celebration via Zoom: “I am so happy to be presenting the William McClennan Award to Daniele Kinder! I don’t even know where to begin. The list…

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Honoring Latham supporter Mark Burgess: 25 years of riding the Last Gasp!

  2021 marked Latham Centers’ sixth year as a beneficiary charity for “The Gasp” bike, bake, and boat fundraiser. While the ride has taken place virtually for the past two years due to the pandemic, Team Latham has continued to participate, raising funds to support Latham’s capital campaign for our Campus Expansion Project. This year,…

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“Saturdays are for art”

One favorite activity for many of our Adult Program participants (and staff, too) is creating art together. These photos from over the summer offer another wonderful (and colorful) glimpse into life at Latham Centers.

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PWS Tip of the Week: Schedules

Having a predictable schedule decreases anxiety, promotes focus and attention, and allows for the person with Prader-Willi syndrome to navigate easily through their day. A daily routine and schedule does not mean that every day needs to be exactly the same, it simply means that the day’s events need to be reviewed ahead of time…

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Latham Campus Celebrates Hanukkah

In our Children’s Program, with over forty students hailing from different parts of the country, it’s such a joy to learn about the “special something” that others enjoy about their holiday traditions. We like to celebrate a bit of everyone’s holiday. This year, for Hanukkah, Latham students came together with group games, celebrations, and a…

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