Posts Tagged ‘PWSAwarenessMonth’
PWS Heroes! Student Luke with Staffer Patti AND Stephanie with Staffers Nettie and Kathy
Patti has worked at Latham in the Residential and Training Departments, and Luke has gotten to know her well as a student here. He loves talking to her about all his new goings-on when they catch up, including his UPCOMING graduation – CONGRATS, LUKE! Stephanie from our Adult Program is shown posing for a photo…
Read MoreLatham Heroes! Student Weiss and Staffer Matt
Matt is our Principal and has seen Weiss become more comfortable since the day he joined us on campus. Weiss is a great friend and always asks thoughtful questions to friends and staff around him. PWS Awareness Month TIP of the Day: Deep Breathing Practice deep breathing every day. Blow bubbles! Poor muscle tone impedes…
Read MorePWS Heroes! Student Logan and Staffer Lisa AND Adult Resident Diane with Esau and Ester!
Lisa is a relatively new teacher at Latham Centers, and Logan has been helpful from day one! He loves helping peers and students and Lisa loves to help facilitate his learning through great lesson planning and fun activities (like Legos!) AND Diane is currently an adult resident who grew up in our Children’s program and…
Read MorePWS Heroes! Student Grant and Staffer Jameson
Grant loves going on activities with his staff, Jameson! He is always ready to get off-campus and engage in fun community events ranging from the movies to nature walks. PWS Awareness Month TIP of the Day: Self-Care Remember to take time for yourself. Even a half hour per day of “you time” can help your…
Read MorePWS Heroes! Student Joselyn and Staffer Danny
Joselyn is a student who often participates in the activities Danny plans, especially Special Olympics – she is GREAT at basketball! PWS Awareness Month TIP of the Day: Peer Relationships People with Prader-Willi syndrome may need additional support when it comes to relationships. Our job is to ensure that they can learn the skills to…
Read MorePWS Heroes! Student Emma and Staffer Gabby
When Emma first came to campus, Gabby immediately made her feel comfortable in Performing Arts class – at Latham Emma has a HUGE community of new friends and helpful staff. PWS Awareness Month TIP of the Day: Interrupting Obsessive Tendencies Many kids with PWS latch on to favorite objects and/or themes. A particular animated character…
Read MorePWS Awareness Month (May 15) – Exercises
The best exercises for people with Prader-Willi syndrome are routines that use all the muscle groups like swimming, dancing, and yoga.
Read MorePWS Awareness (May 6) – Healthy teeth
Pay close attention to tooth brushing and overall oral hygiene in people with Prader-Willi syndrome. Thick saliva in PWS causes early tooth erosion; the more you do early on, the longer their teeth will remain healthy. Staying hydrated and having a good oral hygiene routine can prevent the loss of teeth at a young age.
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