We’re excited to announce our PWS Virtual Social Hours for March! Latham Centers’ Virtual Learning Team invites members of our Prader-Willi syndrome community to the ninth PWS Social Hour for adults 22+, and the eleventh Social Hour for students ages 8-22. During a recent Virtual Storytime, participants discussed their favorite types of books. This conversation…
We’re taking staff appreciation to new heights this month – not only in celebration of National Employee Appreciation Day (the first Friday of March) – but also in honor of Latham staffers’ unparalleled dedication this past year. The first group to be honored is our Adult Program. Gina Sheehan, Director of Adult Services, wrote to…
Over this past year, we have met new friends, discovered new technology, and found a new appreciation for delivery services! As more of us get vaccinated and things begin to go back to how they once were, it’s important that we hold on to all of the good things that have happened in the last…
In an especially moving Home Dedication Ceremony for our two new accessible Adult Services residences, members of the Latham Centers community came together over Zoom last month to honor two gentlemen who were instrumental in making these Sandwich and Wareham homes a reality. Honorees Roland “Chip” Gagnier and James Polito joined Latham for a virtual…
There is always something to celebrate here at Latham! On a chilly day last month, we had a warm celebration of the 14th birthday of Matthew B. His whole class celebrated his special day. We watched one of his favorite movies, played Birthday Bingo, and played a Kahoot game that was all about the birthday…
Join us in listening to our 14th PWS University Podcast on Latham’s LivingHealthy Podbean series. (It’s easy to listen from a PC – or download the Podbean app on your iOS or Android device). In this new episode, Patrice Carroll and Katrina Fryklund discuss community, friendship, and fitness with students Chris and Justin. Chris and…
Although we’re a little late in sharing some joyful moments created by our Adult Services Team during the winter holiday season, we are SO GRATEFUL for everyone’s efforts to brighten those long days of December! Thanks to Latham’s Adult Program managers and staff, December was extra special for both the residents and staff. Just…
We invite our special education community near and far to join Patrice Carroll, Katrina Fryklund, and Brittni Kliment on March 11th for Latham Centers’ first Virtual Open House. Explore our Brewster campus and learn about each component of our program – from a residential suite to a classroom to the outside play field. Utilizing the…
On Rare Disease Day, we celebrate the extraordinary people in our lives diagnosed with PWS. We know that there are challenges, but we also know the joy and beauty they bring to our lives. Take this day to enjoy the children and adults who keep us smiling every day. -Patrice Carroll, Director of PWS Services
Students in the Breakwater Classroom are hard at work at their new classroom jobs! Special Education Teacher Catherine and Classroom Aide Craig supervise the Breakwater boys in a variety of important positions. Classroom jobs encourage students to develop occupational skills, take pride in their work and classroom environment, and earn and manage their finances. Jobs include: Maintenance Assistant: …
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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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.