February is most often a cold, dark month, but at Latham Centers, our campus is bustling with activity! Monday: Field Games with the West Wing can consist of everything from relay races to soccer on the field! The location is to-be-determined based on the weather and activity! Tuesday: Monique is our Physical Fitness…
On Thursday, January 26th, approximately 30 staff from across Latham Centers benefitted from a presentation by Jennifer Peterson, DDS Regional Quality Enhancement Director. Jennifer specializes in up-to-date technology, specifically in the field of Adult Special Needs Care. Thank you, Jennifer, for educating our staff on the changing tides of technology in our field! Assistive Technology…
Maura Smith, Director of Vocational Services, works closely with four Crafters who participate in our Adult Residential Program. In the past, you have read about fine works of art created by Janice, Angel, Sylvia and Michelle. Over the course of 2017, our Circle of Crafting Artisans will participate in six different Craft Fairs. Don’t…
As much as we would like to believe that the world our children live in is more inclusive and compassionate than in years past, the fact is, kids with PWS are much more likely to be bullied than their typical peers. Here are some things that you can do if you know or suspect that…
Every day students and adult residents work with staff and community members to meet goals and maintain healthy lifestyles. Two-thousand-and-sixteen was a year full of exciting activities and challenging adventures. This collage represents Special Olympics Bowling and Flag Football, a riveting Celtics game at TD Bank Garden, and Best Buddies Prom. “Everyday I get closer…
The adult residents at Latham Centers celebrated a successful and healthy 2016 at Ryan Family Amusements on Monday, January 16 th. Over 50 adults came from our 11 residential homes to socialize with peers and bowl, and cheers erupted amongst different groups as Candle-Pin, and Ten-Pin Bowlers knocked down the pins. Bowling is an…
Last week at Latham Centers students learned about the human digestive system. Teachers and aides turned this not only into a science lesson but an art lesson as well – toilet paper roll the for the esophagus, felt for the stomach, cotton balls for the large intestine, and pipe cleaners for the small intestines. While…
This week we are sharing a post from a mom who tackles one of the big questions. When and what we say to our children when talking about PWS is a personal and unique experience but one we all must face. Read it HERE.
If you’ve been following our blog, you’ve heard about the Agway Herb Garden and our Circle of Growing Program and have seen some photos of our students and adults participating in a variety of horticultural activities. It has become an important initiative in the Children’s program as students now work in both the Agway Herb…
Annually, students participate in SummerTide, our campus field trip based summer learning program. Over the course of the summer we give you updates on some of the great activities, and now we present you with a slideshow to warm you up a little bit during our cold winter. Spring will be here…
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.