The Prader-Willi Syndrome Association (USA) Professional Providers Conference in Orlando in November was a huge success. As co-chair of the Professional Providers Advisory Board, I had a unique and amazing experience. This conference enabled me to connect with other PWS providers across the country, all of whom have given me insight into the challenges and…
Amy Smith began working at Latham Centers more than 15 years ago, and the evolution of her career will inspire anyone hoping to find just the right balance between their work life and family life. Amy is a valued direct support staff member in Latham’s Adult Services Program, but she’s also a mom, a wife,…
On Friday December 29th, many Latham students walked over to the Brewster Fire Department to thank the wonderful men and women of the Fire Department for their service. The students sang a few holiday carols as well as played instruments provided by Latham’s Performing Arts Teacher, Sarah Jane. The students then presented them with holiday…
As we say goodbye to 2017, we’d like to thank everyone in our ever-growing Latham community. Together— through our service delivery values of generosity, belonging, mastery, and independence—we’re reaching for the stars to ensure that the children and adults who call Latham home live meaningful, abundant lives. Happy New Year!
The Children’s Program Holiday Concert showcased some of our new grant-funded instruments, and as promised in Wednesday’s blog post, Katrina Fryklund summarizes each musical component: The Auto Harp (pictured above) helps create positive music experiences – there are keys on one side of the instrument labeled with different music notes and strings on the other.…
Reflecting on last week’s holiday concert on campus, Director of National Outreach Katrina Fryklund said she was astounded by the talented students and staff. She shares her thoughts here, and promised “more to follow” about the wonderful grant-funded instruments. “This was my fifth holiday concert at Latham Centers. The concert has always been one of…
At the Children’s Program Winter Craft Fair last Thursday, we sold $539.50 worth of student creations in just two hours! This is a staggering number, and is due in large part to the work that so many of our staff members did with our students to make it happen. Half of this money will be…
In the almost two decades that I have been working with people diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome, I have seen best practices change many times. PWS is such a complex disorder that the need to change and be flexible with your beliefs is integral in the success of children and adults with the syndrome. You do…
Greg Powers, Manager of our Supported Community Living Program, arrived at Latham by chance. He was looking for a teaching job on the Cape, but he was surrounded by family and friends in the human service field. “I became interested in the stories I heard about Latham Centers and its programs,” he said, “and the…
We’re sharing this internal letter to direct support staff about their crucial role – especially during the holidays. Written by our Children’s Program Residential Director Gina Sheehan, it’s a meaningful reminder for every human service professional, but especially those who work with individuals who may not have traditional family supports: Dear Latham Staff, As I…
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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