Archive for March 2023

Throughout Women’s History Month, we’ve celebrated by featuring a few of our incredible female heroes: Desiree Michienzi of the Children’s Program, Susan LaPLant of the Admissions team, and Lee Chamberlain of Senior Administration. Today we highlight Janice Holt, RN, Adult Services. Jan has been part of the Latham team since 2000. She is a leader…

Congratulations to Massachusetts State Senator Julian Cyr for being selected as the Association of Developmental Disabilities Providers’ Senator of the Year! Senator Cyr was recognized at the Association’s virtual Legislative Budget Forum last week, and the award was introduced by Latham Centers President & CEO Anne McManus. “I am pleased to introduce Julian Cyr, State…

Pictured above: Lee in Ireland for the IPWSO 2022 Conference. Photos include sightseeing and leading a conference session. During Women’s History Month, Latham is selecting a few of our many female heroes to celebrate. Today we highlight Lee Chamberlain, Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer. Lee is a frequent face and supportive presence in both…

We’re excited to share news of “Project ECHO” – an initiative bringing crucial information to the world about Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS).   Latham’s Director of PWS Services, Patrice Carroll, has been an exceptional PWS education and advocacy leader in the Prader-Willi community for many years. As an active participant in the International Prader-Willi Syndrome Organisation (IPWSO),…

Our PWS Outreach team connected with Anne Fricke on her Walking with Freya Podcast in 2021 (click here to listen to the Latham team on the podcast). Anne continues to implement new and innovative resources for our Prader-Willi syndrome community and beyond, including a new website – www.breathe-community.com. Her site includes classes, community, and membership.…

If you missed Latham’s float in the epic 2-mile Cape Cod Saint Patrick’s Parade last week, take a walk with us along Route 28 through this two-minute video. Staff, students, adult residents, and a board member were bolstered by an energetic crowd of more than 10,000 people who joined in the fun despite the rain.…

Susan sits front and center at the PWANY Conference in Binghamton, NY Susan with her sons DJ (left) and Samuel (right) During Women’s History Month, Latham Centers is selecting a few of our many female Latham heroes to showcase. Today we celebrate Susan LaPlant, Admissions Officer. Susan has worked at Latham Centers since 1994, utilizing…

We are excited to share Latham Centers’ Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2022! The report features stunning photos, highlights of accomplishments, and special moments throughout the year. This report covers the period from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 and celebrates the many ways Latham incorporates our core values: Belonging, Mastery, Independence, and Generosity.…

  We’re so grateful to the Cape Media Center for producing a new Public Service Announcement to raise awareness about our growing Shared Living program. Narrated by Manager of Shared Living Caren Richards, the one-minute video includes wonderful photos given to us by Shared Living providers as well as Latham staff and program participants. In…

Pictured: Desiree in front of the Behavior Specialist Area (Schoolhouse), and Desiree at her son’s soccer game. Today, for Women’s History Month, we honor and thank our Latham Hero Desiree Michienzi, Behavior Specialist in our Children’s Program. When walking through the Schoolhouse, Desiree is a constant. Whether calming a student having a challenging moment or…