Our “Gasp” Team Latham had a fantastic day of biking-for-our-cause on Sunday! 2020 marked Latham Centers’ fifth year as a beneficiary charity for “The Gasp, Bike Boat and Bake.” Last week, over 75 riders took part in the 29th riding of “The Gasp” sponsored by the Barnstable Charitable Foundation. This annual fundraiser typically includes a 55-mile bike ride from Sandwich to Provincetown followed…
Latham Centers’ Virtual Storytime participants were so fortunate to have Logan read to them recently. Logan is by far one of the most energetic students who joins us on Storytime. He regularly asks guest readers insightful questions, including his favorite: “How did you become an advocate for PWS?” Because of Logan, we learn why our…
For families who have a loved one with Prader-Willi syndrome ages 22 and over, Latham is hosting our third Adult Social Hour this Thursday evening at 5:00. The social hour will include a Virtual Talent Show! Participants will have the opportunity to share their talents with Social Hour friends for up to two minutes. There…
In honor of Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week, parents were asked to send a little note thanking our staff. They sure did respond! “You save families. You save our students. You change lives, plain and simple.” DIRECT CARE STAFF SHOUT-OUTS from Parents Carlyn is an extraordinary clinician who goes above + beyond in not just caring for her…
This week – September 13-19, 2020 – is Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week in Massachusetts! We join our colleagues throughout the Commonwealth in recognizing and celebrating our Direct Support Professionals. Latham Centers sincerely appreciates every member of our direct care staff! Their work supporting children and adults with complex special needs is exceptional! Latham’s Adult Services…
This week – September 13-19, 2020 – is Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week in Massachusetts! We join our colleagues throughout the Commonwealth in recognizing and celebrating our Direct Support Professionals. Latham Centers sincerely appreciates every member of our direct care staff. Your work supporting children and adults with complex special needs is exceptional, and you make a…
In an abundance of caution and in the best interest of our guests, sponsors, and staff, we have decided to postpone our 2020 Latham Charity Golf Classic, scheduled for Monday, October 5th, until we can ensure the health and well-being of everyone involved. We are grateful to all of our golfers, sponsors, auction donors, volunteers, and banquet attendees for your…
Throughout the past six months, our Admissions and Outreach team has shared wonderful highlights about our growing Virtual PWS Community. Latham Centers’ Director of National Outreach Katrina Fryklund noted, “It has been incredible to see kiddos and adults with PWS from around the country coming together on the Zoom platform. Historically, we often heard from students…
School is just starting and for so many kids with Prader-Willi syndrome, the new normal is a challenge. Whether it is in-person learning, virtual, or hybrid, this school year is bound to bring new challenges and increased anxiety. Mask mandates, new routines, social distancing guidelines, and unfamiliar rules can prove to be too overwhelming for…
Latham Centers will be participating in The Gasp fundraising bike ride next week! The ride is taking place virtually over seven days, with each rider completing at least 55 miles during the week ahead. Barnstable Charitable Foundation, the event organizer, noted, “The Gasp is a 55-mile ride so we challenge you to strive for a grand total of 55 miles throughout…
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.