Posts Tagged ‘Residential care for adults with PWS’
Yoga apprenticeship inspires adult residents to try something new
A new yoga program being developed by Vocational Director Maura Smith has exceeded all expectations in its first several weeks. The “Latham Bliss Yoga” pilot project was inspired by adult resident Michelle C., who loves doing yoga and aspires to become a yoga instructor. In this first-ever Latham Centers yoga apprenticeship, Michelle has been serving…
Read MoreAdult Services Case Manager shares residents’ summer adventures
Case Manager/Vocational Counselor Debra Anderson has worked at Latham Centers for just four months, but in that short time she has become a valued member of our Adult Services team. Here, Debra shares some of the summer memories she helped create for the adults at Latham Centers’ Peter Cooper residence: “As summer winds down, I…
Read MoreLatham’s Adult Services Halloween Bash
Latham Centers’ Adult Residents are gearing up for a Halloween Bash! On Friday evening, adult residents from our twelve residential homes, as well as Shared Living Programs, are invited to participate in a Halloween gathering at the Sandwich residence. Activities will include a delicious dinner, games such as Bingo and dancing. From 5:30-7:30pm the adults at…
Read MoreLiving and Thriving with PWS: The Daily Struggles
I wanted to take a moment to apologize for my absence. I’ve been busy the last few months doing many different activities. I thought I would make this entry a focus on how daily struggles effect the life of an individual with PWS. What I mean by daily struggles are events that may occur…
Read MoreNew Year New You!
As we start 2016, this year is full of new beginnings, healthy choices, and goals. The Centers for Disease Control and prevention have put together some helpful and healthy tips to keep in mind. 1. Review Family Health History and schedule an appointment for updated vaccinations/screenings. (remember to bring a list of questions and…
Read MoreHoarding or “Managing Collections,” It’s all in the Phrasing
Latham Centers’ staff are always thinking, “What is best for OUR clients?” Over time staff and consultants have worked together on how to best manage PWS Specific Behaviors. A common issue with people with PWS is hoarding. Patrice Carroll writes in a 2014 Blog post, “Hoarding…is a common PWS behavior.The act of gathering items usually…
Read MoreLatham Centers’ First Annual Pop-Up Store a Success!
Many of the adults in the Latham Center’s residential program are extremely talented. Their works-of-art range from knitted wear, to recycled goods turned into beautiful items, to jewelry. While annually the students have hosted a Holiday Craft Fair, 2015 marks the first year for the adults to host a similar show. It is a…
Read MoreHolidays at the Hazelmoor Adult Residential Home
The little Elves at the Hazelmoor Road Residence have been busy gearing up for the Holiday season. We have a lot to be thankful for this year as we prepare for numerous parties and festivities around our Cape Cod community. The residents are looking forward to visiting the Cape Codder Resort to enjoy their fabulous…
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