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Tip of the Week: PWS Awareness Month (Week 3)

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: Even if… Click for more.

Tip of the Week: PWS Awareness Month (Week 1)

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: Children and adults… Click for more.

Tip of the Week: In his words. Friendship

Many of the students at Latham Centers come with the experience of never having true friendships. One of the most incredible things to witness is when a new student comes… Click for more.

Tip of the Week: Managing Demands

Our kids have a tendency to never give up! That is helpful in many parts of their lives but can be frustrating and tiresome for parents when it comes to… Click for more.

Tip of the Week: In her words – Chloe

At 12 years old, Chloe is wise beyond her years. She has the energy and enthusiasm to fill the room and she’s the first person to try to help… Click for more.

Tip of the Week: Feeling Alone

Raising a non-typical child can be a lonely place; raising a child diagnosed with PWS multiplies those feelings because of the rarity of the syndrome. You get advice to not… Click for more.

Tip of the Week: Preventing choking

A combination of thick saliva, an uncoordinated swallow, and a rush to eat make choking a real and dangerous hazard for people diagnosed with PWS. For this reason, it is… Click for more.

Tip of the Week: Connecting with other “ordinary parents with special children”

Every other year, I attend the National PWS conference and meet new people who share their unique and helpful experiences. Today, our team met Gina (Terrasi) Gallagher and Patricia… Click for more.

Tip of the Week: Holiday food security

There is no time more challenging than the holidays to maintain food security in your child’s life. Routines change, special events are plentiful, and food is the focus everywhere you… Click for more.

“Celebrating Ourselves” Talent Show highlights from the Latham Players

The Latham Players performed to a packed house at last month’s “Celebrating Ourselves” Talent Show at Thirwood Place in South Yarmouth. The Players joined with other groups from all… Click for more.

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