The Children’s Program residential team organized a Halloween Extravaganza last weekend. Students took part in capture the flag: Zombie Edition, fortune telling by the Magnificent Shauna, a dance party, Halloween arts and crafts, and a special spooky snack. Students and staff dressed up in costumes and had an amazing time making pumpkins, dancing, and enjoying…
It was an honor to be part of the 22nd annual Philanthropy Day on Cape Cod, celebrating the impact of philanthropy on Cape Cod and the Islands. Yesterday’s full-day conference, “Cultivating a Culture of Philanthropy,” was held at the Resort & Conference Center in Hyannis, where 550 participants connected during plenary sessions, breakout sessions, exhibits,…
The Latham Hawks, our Special Olympics soccer team, concluded their season by attending their Qualifying Tournament at Plymouth Sports Complex in Mansfield on Sunday, October 21st. The team consisted of 13 of our students, all of whom remained positive despite the gloomy weather. They displayed exceptional energy and showed everyone at the tournament what teamwork…
Staff at Peter Cooper shared some fantastic Special Olympics flag football news: The Greater New Bedford Whalers (which includes Eric, Matthew, and Dalton) went undefeated in the qualifying round in order to compete for States (to be held in November). It was a spectacular day on Sunday, October 14th at Harvard University’s Football Stadium. In the…
It is critical in our field of Prader-Willi syndrome services to work together. Today, we met with Dr. Prakasam, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Sacramento, California, who is exploring the role of happiness in living well with a chronic condition. Later today, we’ll be attending the California PWS Association Annual Conference, where we will mingle with families…
As fall began on the Cape, the Latham Stars on Stage Club welcomed a special guest on campus. Kyle Spraker, Director of Community Outreach & Education with the Cape Conservatory, came to Latham School recently to preview a new program on trumpet education called “Fanfare For All”. Mr. Spraker, who is also the Principal Trumpet…
Three of our Adult Services team members participated in the 25th Shared Living & AFC Conference last week in Marlborough, Mass. The mission of the Shared Living & AFC (Adult Family Care) event organizers is to educate and promote best practices of all forms of shared living options through a national annual conference. Latham…
We had a great day at the 9th Annual Latham Charity Golf Classic last week at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club in Brewster. This SOLD-OUT event on Monday, October 15th attracted 124 golfers and 144 dinner guests who braved the rain to support Latham Centers’ specialized programs for children and adults with complex special needs. The…
The helpful flu-season reminder to Latham staff from Bonnie White, RN, Director of Nursing, includes valuable tips for all of us. Bonnie shares the following words of health care wisdom: “Cold and flu season will be upon us before you know it. The typical flu season lasts from October through May (with January through March…
Dominic (Dom) Monick, beloved by students and staff alike, is growing his career at Latham. Dom was recently promoted to the position of Children’s Residential Supervisor. In welcoming Dom to the Children’s Services Supervisory Team, Program Director Gerry Pouliot said, “Dominic is proof that hard work and a desire to work to help improve the…
Latham School:
Reaching for the Future
At Latham School, children from 8 years to young adults of 22 years are under the care of a special needs teacher and aide. In small home room classes of eight or fewer students. …Read more.
Latham Centers:
Safe Passage to Adulthood
While some Latham children return home to family or enroll in programs closer to home, others may transition to our Adult Programs or remain on Cape Cod to live independently …Read more.
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A gift to Latham Centers will make a difference in the life of each and every individual we serve. To make it as easy as possible for you to donate, we offer a variety of gift vehicles …Read more.