“Love was in the air as we celebrated Valentine’s Day last week,” in the words of our Children’s Program Receptionist Abby G. “This year’s festivities were extra special – since Valentine’s Day was on a Sunday, we got to feel festive all weekend! The suites made Valentine’s Day cards and decorations, and Sunday’s bingo theme was full of…
Many people with PWS have delayed processing speed, which means it may take them longer than typical to hear something and then understand it fully. They may nod their head and tell you that they understand what you just said, but it is possible that they are just agreeing and did not fully understand your…
Our Outreach Team hosted their ninth Virtual Social Hour for students with PWS from across the country on January 20th. Each month Brittni, Katrina, and Patrice thoughtfully consider an activity that will be fun, engaging, new, and timely. In preparation for Valentine’s Day, the students came together to write a story inspired by a series…
Introduced in January, our new Winter Menu is a thoughtful collaboration by our expert kitchen staff. With a focus on seasonal foods, the menu sees a four-week rotation of meals that will continue until the unveiling of our Spring Menu in March or April. Students, staff, and parents made suggestions, and some meals were “piloted”…
Even for children with Prader-Willi syndrome who do not have high food-seeking behaviors, it is important that they have a food-secure environment in the school setting. There is a spectrum of food-seeking, and not every child will actively look to obtain food that isn’t theirs. But the anxiety that the presence of food causes is…
At Latham, Valentine’s Day is always a special occasion to celebrate friendship and belonging. Pictured is a glimpse of the Latham School campus preparation. We love the backdrop – an inspiring poster given to our staff by the parents of Latham students – “When we count our blessings, we count you twice.” Wishing everyone an extra-happy…
Latham Centers’ Outreach Team is so grateful to Hannah H., a recent Guest Teacher in their Virtual Animals of the World Drawing Class! Every Tuesday at 3 pm EST, Latham’s Admissions and Outreach team members Patrice Carroll, Katrina Fryklund, and Brittni Kliment instruct students with Prader-Willi syndrome around the country through an online lesson about animals of…
Sensory processing disorder may be causing your child more difficulty than you realize. If your child is struggling in their classroom, chewing on inedible objects, or refusing to shower, brush their teeth, or wear weather-appropriate clothing, it may be that they are experiencing challenges associated with sensory processing disorder. Talk to your school’s IEP team…
During times of uncertainty and crisis, people, organizations, and communities come together to support one another in remarkable ways. While the pandemic has required Latham Centers to band together even more tightly within, it has also reminded us of the strength of our deep and abiding community partnerships. We’re so pleased to announce that the…
Latham Centers is pleased to announce an exciting venture with Let’s Go Fitness. In a thoughtful and timely initiative new to our PWS community, Let’s Go Fitness is geared towards individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome and other complex special needs. This online platform enables all of our students – from their different suites on campus and…
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.