In the words of Latham School students: “I like all the Special Olympics athletics because I get to get more physically fit while hanging out with my peers.” – Chris S. “I like to play basketball and bowl in Special Olympics. I love going to the tournaments because I get to meet all sorts of…
Clinicians at Latham Centers have been sharing their knowledge with colleagues through an interactive professional development seminar series. Feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Our Children’s Program Clinical Team members lead the monthly workshop to provide information and answer questions from staff about the clinical diagnoses and needs of our diverse student body. Each session offers…
One week from Saturday is Rare Disease Day. Although each of the more than 7,000 rare diseases is unique, the rare disease community is united by the many commonalities. To raise awareness around rare disease issues, individuals, families, and organizations like PWSA (USA) are part of an annual international movement in support of everyone who…
Planning for the first fundraiser of Latham Centers’ 50th anniversary year is coming together beautifully, thanks to a committee of staff and volunteers planning our ‘Dance for Donkeys’ event April 19th. Diana Morgan, our Development Associate, Special Events (pictured with Esther and Esau at last year’s Donkey Wedding), shared an update from the committee: “We…
There is still plenty of time to purchase your Community Bag! Throughout the month of February, when you buy a $2.50 reusable Bag purchased at the Stop & Shop in Orleans, $1 will be donated to Latham Centers, and all donations received will go to the Latham Community and Arts Center. In addition, at any…
We are so grateful to special volunteers from the Nauset Garden Club for coming to campus on Valentine’s Day with a really fun activity for our students. As you can see, these wonderful “flower ladies” (as they are affectionately known) brought some beauty and joy to Latham School. Thank you, Nauset Garden Club!
Esther and Esau, two of our miniature therapy donkeys, would like to wish everyone a very Happy Valentine’s Day! They are enjoying their first year of marriage and the newlyweds are looking forward to celebrating their first anniversary this spring. Please save the date and join Esther & Esau’s at their 1st Anniversary Celebration, ‘Dance for Donkeys,’ on Sunday, April 19th at Hog…
With three more weeks until Rare Disease Day, we encourage the entire PWS community to join with PWSA (USA), Latham Centers, and other organizations supporting those with rare diseases to get involved. Together, we can help ensure that individuals living with rare diseases will have more equitable access to diagnosis, treatment, care, and social opportunity.…
Our directors of National Outreach and Prader-Willi Syndrome Services continue to develop a series of helpful “LivingHealthy” audio podcasts to share Latham Centers’ expertise beyond our programs. Their PWS-focused podcast series called PWS University highlights important aspects of Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) — the good, the challenging, and everything in-between. This week’s PWS University podcast offers insights into…
Latham Centers joined with dozens of area professionals for last week’s Cape Cod Technology Council “First Friday” presentation, “How Digital is Transforming Healthcare Delivery.” Featured speaker Joseph Kvedar, MD, who is President-elect of the American Telemedicine Association, spoke about the developments and potential of applying digital and telehealth to improve care delivery, patient and clinician satisfaction, 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.
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.