The Latham Players are once again going to be performing in the annual Cape Cod Collaborative Arts Network (CapeCodCAN!) mainstage production at the Cotuit Center for the Arts. The original musical, “Seaside Summit at the Grand Escape Hotel,” will be held on May 17th and 18th at 6:00 p.m. and May 19th at 2:00 p.m.…
In honor of Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re sharing a “Tip of the Day” on social media throughout the month of May. Here are this week’s tips: Due to thick saliva, people with PWS have issues with dental hygiene. Thick saliva erodes the enamel and causes early tooth decay. Good dental hygiene practices and good…
Our community has been exceptional in its support of this weekend’s SOLD OUT Donkey Wedding fundraiser! One of those supporters is CapeCodRadio.com. Last week, radio station 93.5 FM’s Frank Morning Show featured Latham and our Asinotherapy Program, the beneficiary of the fundraising event. Radio hosts Doug Frye and Mina Green interviewed Heather Kelsey, our Director…
On June 1, 2019, “A Bright Future” conference speakers Melanie Silverman and Paul E. Donahue, Jr. will present on Optimal Nutrition for individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome. The trending Mediterranean style diet, low in carbohydrates and dairy and high in omega-3, is ideal for individuals with PWS. In 2016, a new Mediterranean style menu for the…
We recently welcomed a new student, Luke, to our Latham campus. In today’s Student Spotlight, we’re happily sharing Luke’s thoughts about residential life and school at Latham: What is your favorite thing about Latham so far? Going to the park. What fun activities at Latham do you enjoy so far? I get to go to…
Latham Centers attends the Prader-Willi Alliance of New York Conference each year. This year, approximately 140 professionals, parents, adults, and children with PWS attended the 29th Annual conference in Binghamton, New York May 3rd and 4th. Discussion topics ranged from Supporting Students in a School Setting to Progress in Diagnosis and Treatment. Latham Centers’ Katrina…
In honor of Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re sharing a “Tip of the Day” on social media throughout the month of May. Here are this week’s tips (May 1-3): · Individuals diagnosed with PWS can have social, medical, and learning challenges. But never forget that the list of what is good about them is far…
Happy PWS Awareness Month! Don’t Miss Out! We have crucial information to share with our PWS community about the Prader-Willi conference we’re co-hosting in Connecticut next month. On Saturday, June 1, 2019, Latham Centers and the Mac Pact will be hosting the second annual PWS Conference: A Bright Future. There is one month left to sign up…
We recently welcomed a new student, Hannah, to our Latham campus. Admissions Officer Kara McDowell interviewed Hannah for today’s Student Spotlight: What is your favorite thing about Latham so far? Walking around campus. What fun activities at Latham do you enjoy so far? Making bracelets with Melissa B. I like to use green and blue colors.…
Debra Anderson from our Adult Services team is the latest staff member to be featured in Latham Centers’ radio spot. Debra, who is a Case Manager/Vocational Counselor, joins Amy Smith and Kristi Dolbec as “voices” of Latham’s ‘grow a career’ and ‘make a difference’ messages to radio listeners on Cape Cod and beyond. In…
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.