Adult Resident and Staff Asinothrapy Trainer Receive Awards

DDS Citizen Advisory Board honors two of Latham’s donkey caregivers

May 7, 2018

Latham’s miniature donkey caregiver Kristiane Thompson and adult resident Tina C. were recently honored for their dedication to caring for the animals in Latham’s asinotherapy program. The Cape Cod and Islands DDS Citizen Advisory Board recognized Kris and Tina at a Recognition Breakfast on April 20th. Kris has worked as the primary caregiver in our…

Celebrating community and friendship through fundraiser for MDA

May 5, 2018

Save the date for a local screening of the award-winning documentary “I’ll Push You” at the Chatham Orpheum Theater the morning of May 24th. I’ll Push You” chronicles a journey of 500 miles, two best friends, and one wheelchair. When our former Latham Board member Deb Cobb shared the news of her involvement in this…

Tip of the Week: PWS Awareness Month (Week 1)

May 4, 2018

In honor of Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re sharing a “Tip of the Day” on social media throughout the month of May. Here are this week’s tips: Children and adults living with PWS often struggle with regulating their emotions and impulses. Keeping a predictable daily routine can often help to keep anxiety down. Many people…

Staff Spotlight: Honoring Laura Haskew, maaps award nominee (Part 7)

May 3, 2018

Several Latham staff members were recently nominated for the Albert E. Trieschman Memorial Award for Exceptional Direct Service to Children* given annually by the Massachusetts Association of 766 Approved Private Schools (maaps). Laura Haskew from our Children’s Services team was nominated for her outstanding work in supporting our students. Multiple staff members nominated Laura for…

A taste of Broadway: Students and adult residents wow audience in Spring Concert

May 1, 2018

In a spectacular show of mastery, Latham Centers’ Spring Concert and Musical Revue last Friday was a performance to remember. The program featured Latham School’s Stars on Stage Club, the entire student body, and special performances by the Latham Players. Sarah Jane Mason, Instructor of Performing Arts & Wellness, orchestrated the inspirational event featuring songs…

Call for Runners: Join Team Latham in the 2018 New Balance Falmouth Road Race

April 30, 2018

If you’re a runner or know someone eager to participate in this year’s Falmouth Road Race, we have a spot for you! Latham Centers is among the beneficiary charities selected by the Falmouth Road Race for its 2018 Numbers for Nonprofits Program. Through Team Latham, twelve dedicated runners will come together on Sunday, August 19th,…

Tip of the Week: The value of conferences for PWS caregivers

April 27, 2018

For parents and guardians of children and adults with Prader-Willi syndrome, I suggest attending conferences every chance you get. It allows you the opportunity to meet, connect and brainstorm with families, professionals, and providers with similar experiences. Today and tomorrow we’re attending the Prader-Willi Alliance of New York Conference in Binghamton where we look forward…

Staff Spotlight: Honoring Brant Lemieux, maaps award nominee (Part 6

April 26, 2018

Several Latham staff members were recently nominated for the Albert E. Trieschman Memorial Award for Exceptional Direct Service to Children* given annually by the Massachusetts Association of 766 Approved Private Schools (maaps). Overnight Counselor Brant Lemieux was nominated for his outstanding work in supporting our students. An excerpt of Brant’s nomination for the award follows:…

Vocational news: Equestrian Zander P. volunteers at Cranberry Sunset Farm

April 25, 2018

Latham adult resident Zander (Alexandra) P., who has an impressive background in riding and caring for horses, has been volunteering in recent months at Cranberry Sunset Farm in Marstons Mills. Latham’s Vocational Director Maura Smith said connecting Zander to this wonderful non-profit farm has been extremely rewarding. The farm began as a horse rescue, Leslie…

Latham School Sewing club helps prepare for upcoming Musical Revue and Spring Concert

April 23, 2018

Students in Latham Centers’ Sewing Club have been making aprons for the Musical Revue and Spring Concert to be held on campus this Friday. The aprons are upcycled from button-down shirts and will be used in the performance of the song “It’s a Hard Knock Life” from the Broadway show Annie. The special musical event…

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