Parents have asked for suggestions about information that should be included on an IEP created for a child with Prader-Willi syndrome. Last week’s tip outlined Food Safety components; below is a list of Clinical and Behavioral suggestions to include in the IEP. Clinical and Behavioral Access to Psychologist or Social Worker Comprehensive Treatment Plan (clinical report) Health Care Report…
A radio segment featuring Latham Centers will air this weekend on Cape Cod Broadcasting Media’s “Sunday Journal.” Host Justin Saunders interviewed Anne McManus, President & CEO, in CapeCod.com’s Hyannis newsroom earlier this week for the public affairs radio program. Sunday Journal has informed Cape Codders on area issues and topics for over 40 years. In…
Congratulations to Residential Manager JoEllen Whatley (“Jodi”), who was honored recently with Latham Centers’ “Supervisor of the Quarter” Award! Jodi’s contributions to the Adult Services Program are numerous; she promotes teamwork, enhances morale, provides exceptional service to our residents and their families, and she is a wonderful mentor and role model. Jodi started at Latham Centers…
We’ve been asked for suggestions about what should be included on an IEP created for a child with Prader-Willi syndrome. In this first of a 3-part tip series, we’re sharing important Food Safety components we recommend for the IEP. Information to include on your child’s IEP: Food Safety Food free environment: no food on-site, no food as…
The newest member of our Organizational Development Department, Cheyenne Robles, said her job as Assistant Recruiter is very rewarding. Since joining Latham Centers four months ago, Cheyenne has met with many job candidates excited to learn more about Latham’s mission and the work that we do. “Every one of them is interested in finding out…
We’re so grateful to Mid-Cape Home Centers for sponsoring Latham Centers in the 2020 Giving Guide of regional philanthropic opportunities published by Cape & Plymouth Business. The annual guide is a supplement to the business magazine covering the South Shore, Plymouth, and Cape Cod. Now in its tenth year, the Giving Guide “is my favorite publication to…
We know how difficult it can be to watch your child have a meltdown, especially because of how helpless it can make you feel. Here are some tips for families and caregivers of individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome to help de-escalate your child during a meltdown: Ignore verbal threats and aggression but answer their questions. Keep…
We’re so grateful to Carol Nickerson, LICSW, who has been coming to our Brewster campus for two years to provide scheduled debriefings for any staff member who wishes to talk after incidents they’ve encountered in their work. In a recent letter to Children’s Program staff, Carol shared information about her clinical background and availability for debriefing sessions,…
Special thanks to our students and Children’s Program staff for making the holidays extra-special for all of us. The Latham students’ Holiday Craft Fair was held on Friday, December 20th at the Brewster Baptist Church. As you can see from the photos, their offerings included a wide assortment of beautiful creations. Students worked hard and put…
Helping your child make resolutions for the new year is a great way to take a close look at what they want and hope for themselves. So often we design goals and programming based on what we feel is best without taking the child’s wishes under consideration. When a child helps to create the goal,…
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.