Posts Tagged ‘Prader-Willi Syndome Specialists on Cape Cod’
TIP of the WEEK: Staying Connected
As I am preparing to attend the international conference in Toronto next week I want to encourage everyone to stay active in the PWS community. Whether you are the parent of a newborn or of an older child or adult, get and stay involved. Every age brings new challenges and celebrations and your experience is…
Read MoreTIP of the WEEK: Giving Choices
One of the universal things that you will hear from parents of kids with PWS is that their child doesn’t like to hear the word no. Of course no one does but people with PWS hear this through our actions to keep them safe all day long. Offer as many possible choices as you can;…
Read MorePresident’s Award for Outstanding Vocational Achievement
Annually, at Latham Center’s End-of-Year Celebration the Principal, Vice-Principal, and Director of Children’s Services award an exemplary Latham Student who participates in community activities and serves as a peer leader. This year, in a heartfelt speech in front of 200, Brittni Taylor, Principal, and Kara McDowell, Vice-Principal, acknowledged Ben: “We are pleased to be…
Read MoreHave travel plans for the summer? Here are some great TIPS for flights and swimming.
1. Contact the airlines well in advance and let them know you are flying with a person with special needs. Most airlines will have a number of ways to help you before and during your flight. 2. Swimming is an excellent, whole body exercise but some caution is necessary with the person with PWS. It…
Read MoreSTEM at Latham Centers: The Blue Economy
Maura Smith, Latham Centers’ Director of Vocational Programs, has been hard at work in the community, on campus, and in our residential homes. During her time at Latham Centers Maura has helped to increase our community inclusion with incredible results – over 60% of our children and adults are employed or volunteering in…
Read MorePrincipal’s Corner: Why I Teach
Monique Williams teaches because… “Every day is different, every second counts , and I am challenged daily by the students. Each of them is a gift even if they don’t know it.” The teachers and aides at Latham Centers are proud to work with our students. After asking each staff why, we decided it…
Read MoreTIP of the WEEK: School is out for the Summer!
No matter what your plans are for this summer you no doubt have a different schedule and routine than you do during the school year. This change in routine can be very difficult for our kids with PWS, not to mention the constant challenges of BBQ’s with family who may not understand your child’s needs.…
Read MoreFirst Annual Latham Centers’ Adult Program Summer Cookout and Dance Party Social
Whether they be volunteering, working and/or participating in day programs, the adults who reside at Latham Centers are all active members of their community. Over the past year these numbers have grown exponentially and it is time that successes are celebrated! Dedicated staff of the adult program realized a need: our residents are working so…
Read MoreA Beautiful Day for the 2016 Year End Celebration
During a day with sunny skies, seventy-five degree weather, and an abundance of smiling faces, approximately 250 people came together for the 2016 Latham Centers’ Year End Celebration on Friday, June 17th. It began with staff and students traveling to the future Latham Campus Expansion Site a half mile down the road from campus on…
Read MoreInformational PWS Videos- Skin Picking: 4 of 4
Click image to view video Patrice Carroll, Latham Centers’ Manager of PWS Services, is recognized worldwide for her expertise in Prader-Willi Syndrome care. Patrice has filmed four videos which include Fostering Positive Relationships and Independence, De-Escalation during a Crisis, and Skin Picking. Today we show the fourth video, Skin Picking. “Skin picking is a common…
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