Many of my weekly column readers write in asking what sensory tools work best with PWS individuals. There is no easy answer because it is specific to each individual’s preference. It also depends on what behavior one is trying to decrease. That being said, here are some ideas for sensory tools and activities that have…
Latham Profiles: Meghan PouliotTeacher at Latham Centers What do you enjoy most about your job? The best part of my job is when I see the students working together. It makes my day when I see one of my students help another student during a difficult time. All they may offer them are coping skills…
I spent much of last week talking to our students and adult residents about the new year. We discussed their hopes and dreams for the coming year, and their regrets and achievements of the past year and what they would like to do differently over the next 12 months. I wanted to share some of…
As the new year approaches, many of us will be looking at what changes we want to make in our lives and creating plans to hopefully keep those changes in motion past the first few weeks of January. Here are some ideas for setting goals and keeping the momentum going for both yourself and your…
With Christmas right around the corner some parents have asked that we re-post this blog from a few years ago. One of the hardest things to do is to say no to a child who’s saying that they’re hungry but with a little education your family members will see that it is the most loving…
LATHAM PROFILES Katrina Fryklund Director of Development What do you enjoy most about your job? Every day I am so grateful to have the opportunity to help raise funds to further enhance the life-changing programs here at Latham Centers. Moreover, I enjoy telling the story of what we do at Latham Centers and how amazing…
Liam has been a great example of a student who has found an outlet through vocational work to focus his attention on in a positive way. Whether sanding a crate until it is silky smooth or keeping the halls clean as part of the “Fantastic Floor” team, Liam has shown a steadily increasing amount of…
Greetings All, The Latham Works crew thought it was a good time to get the ball rolling with some holiday items for sale. With that in mind, we offer our inaugural effort with “Scrabble Ornaments”. They can be customized for any word or name up to 8 letters (keep it clean please!). They’re a ton…
We have a day for giving thanks. We have two for getting deals. Now, we have #GivingTuesday, a global day dedicated to giving back. On Tuesday, December 2, 2014, charities, families, businesses, community centers, and students around the world will come together for one common purpose: to celebrate generosity and to give. Latham Centers is…
Well here it is―the biggest food holiday of the year right around the corner. While we spend the next few days planning, worrying, and trying our hardest to make a stressful event go smoothly, I encourage you to find the good and be thankful for everything that you have. As you can imagine, this time…
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.