Marianne’s Volunteer Job: Cape Wildlife Center

August 3, 2015

The stories below were written by Marianne, an adult resident at Latham Centers who volunteers regularly at the Cape Wildlife Center. Below are just a couple experiences from her perspective.   My favorite passion is animals of any kind. I have lived at an adult residential home at Latham Centers specifically for people with PWS…

TIP of the WEEK: End of Summer Survival Guide

July 31, 2015

1. Stay hydrated and cool. With the temperatures becoming dangerously high in most of the country it is critical that you keep your children hydrated. Body temperature dis regulation makes detecting over heating in time difficult. Limit outdoor activities to morning and evening on those very hot summer days. 2. Keep their routine. With camp,…

Justin throws the first pitch!

July 30, 2015

(Top-Left) Justin C. smiles with signed ball in hand and Brewster Whitecaps Cap on head (alongside is staff Jaynie).  (Top-Right) The National Anthem is sung and the crowds are on their feet. (Bottom) Justin throws the first pitch! Annually, Ocean Edge collaborates with the Cape Cod Baseball League’s Brewster Whitecaps for one game every season,…

Last Chance to become a Team Latham Runner! All the Reasons you Need to Run for Latham

July 28, 2015

A Latham Student Participates in the Special Olympics, funded by Latham Centers’ Runners After yesterday’s post and the below story, we think it’ll be hard for you NOT to want to run in the Falmouth Road Race. If you have interest in running, or know of a friend who has interest in running please pass…

Thanks to EVERYONE Who Made Saturday’s Car Wash a Success!

July 27, 2015

One student’s beaming reflection can be seen in this hood after the car was washed! On Saturday Latham Centers’ students, adult, and Team Latham Falmouth Road Race runners came together for a successful Car Wash at the Future Expansion Site of Latham (1439 Rt. 6a, Brewster). Students and Adults met up with runners and staffers…

Come One, Come All! Latham Centers Car Wash, Saturday, July 25th

July 23, 2015

Annually, Team Latham runs in the Falmouth Road Race as part of the Numbers for Non-Profits Program. This year we have many energized runners that look forward to raising funds for athletic programs for our student and adult residents, such as the Special Olympics. Also, funds raised will contribute to the future Latham Community Center,…

Living and Thriving with PWS

July 22, 2015

Being an advocate for individuals with PWS   Prader-Willi Syndrome is very similar to those with Autism in the fact that there is a broad spectrum that individuals fall into. Growing up I’ve received so many services that have given me the ability to thrive in all aspects of my life.  I began to realize…

LATHAM PROFILES: Beth Conway

July 20, 2015

Latham Profiles: Beth Conway Clinician What do you enjoy most about your job? Being a positive influence on the development of a child. A former student’s parent once said to me, “Thank you for helping us raise our daughter.” I also love working with a great team that is all focused on what is best…

TIP of the WEEK: Healthy Summer Snack Ideas

July 17, 2015

No matter what your plans are for this summer you no doubt have a different schedule and routine than you do during the school year. This change in routine can be very difficult for our kids with PWS, not to mention the constant challenges of BBQ’s with family who may not understand your child’s needs.…

Letter of Appreciation to Latham Centers’ Staff

July 13, 2015

Occasionally Latham Centers staff receive letters from family members explaining how grateful they are for the residential, vocational, clinical, and educational services Latham provides. Recently we received a beautiful Thank You from a mother of one of Latham Centers’ accomplished students and an attendee at the Latham Centers 2015 Year End Celebration. [Names have been…

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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.

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