The 8th Annual Latham Charity Golf Classic held at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club last month raised over $80,000 to support vital Latham programs and the future Latham Centers campus expansion. The October 16th tournament, in memory of Bob Bernstein and in honor of Jack and Jo-Ann Kelly, was sold-out and beautifully run. The…
There is no time more challenging than the holidays to maintain food security in your child’s life. Routines change, special events are plentiful, and food is the focus everywhere you look. Here are some ways to keep everyone safe and healthy over the next two months: · Avoid relatives who just don’t get it. If…
After 20 years as a Special Education Aide at Latham Centers, the time has come for Stephanie Zuckerman to retire. As sad as we are to see her go, we are grateful for the enthusiasm and creativity Stephie brought with her to work every day. Stephie celebrated 20 years at Latham Centers this past March.…
Technology leaders from Latham Centers joined other Chapter 766 schools at a recent professional development session on emerging cybersecurity risks. The Gifford School in Weston hosted the IT gathering, and presenter Eugene V. Slobodzian, Vice President of Security for Winxnet, led the session for maaps (Massachusetts Association of 766 Approved Private Schools). Although Eugene…
The Latham Players performed to a packed house at last month’s “Celebrating Ourselves” Talent Show at Thirwood Place in South Yarmouth. The Players joined with other groups from all over the Cape at the October 21st Talent Show which was sponsored by CapeCodCAN (Cape Cod Collaborative Arts Network). The Latham Players is a group…
This short video clip of Latham students performing “Ghost Busters” with new Performing Arts Instructor Sarah Jane Mason provides a glimpse of her happy, engaged class. The staff member who took the video was working in her office above the classroom and said it sounded so great that she was compelled to go downstairs…
A haunted tractor ride and costume contest were the highlights of the Adult Program’s Halloween celebration at Latham’s Great Hill home in Sandwich. Residential Manager Kayla Cox said our residents had a fantastic night. Nearly 40 individuals from nine of our Latham adult group residences – as well as our shared and independent living folks…
Adult resident Drew K. recently completed his seasonal job in the pet department at Agway of Cape Cod’s South Dennis store. Latham Centers’ Vocational Director Maura Smith said Drew’s placement illustrates the positive results of our client-centered individualized career planning. Drew’s career plan is focused on pets – he loves cats and dogs – and…
Friday was the perfect October day for our Halloween celebration on campus. On the clear, sunny Cape Cod day, the Children’s Program orchestrated an afternoon filled with costumes, treats, and happy moments. It was hard to tell who enjoyed themselves more – Latham students or the staff. Highlights of the day included the costume parade,…
Many children and adults with PWS have an uncoordinated swallow, placing them at risk for choking. Fast eating can make the risk even higher. Here are some things that can help reduce the risks of choking by slowing down and pacing while eating: Bite, sip, hands in lap. This is an easy way to remind…
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.
Ways to Give
You can Make a Difference
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.