On Friday, March 20th, students of Latham School gave powerpoint presentations in the school library for an audience of teachers, special education assistants and classmates. The Brewster Falls class had been working on a unit called “Systems of the Human Body” for several weeks. Each student created their own powerpoint presentation complete with details about…
Latham Centers was extremely proud to have an individual from our program and a member of our staff honored at this years DMR recognition breakfast. Sharon Henkel was acknowledged for her many accomplishments in spite of numerous medical challenges over the past year. Sharon is a valued employee at Latham Centers where she works answering…
Almost 5 years ago, Latham began a dialogue with the Brewster Housing Authority to find ways of working more collaboratively. As neighbors, Latham School campus abuts the Housing Authority’s property. After discussing a variety of initiatives, the idea of creating housing designed for the individuals we support came to fruition. We are currently in the…
There is nothing that helps build self esteem, confidence, and social skills better than team athletics. In children services, more than half of our student population participated this weekend in the Massachusetts Special Olympics Winter Games. The Latham Hawks were successful in their pursuit of medals in both competitions for basketball and bowling. Through the…
Latham Centers is a strength-based program dedicated to providing excellent services. Our mission statement is focused on the individuals we serve~ “We compassionately and creatively help children and adults with complex special needs to lead meaningful, abundant lives.” A number of years ago when I was working in a residence with 4 individuals with PWS,…
Welcome and thanks for checking out our blog! It is here where we hope you will gain a more intimate understanding of who we are as well as offering a place to share stories of hope and life with Prader-Willi Syndrome. The Latham Centers’ Gilbough Program opened its doors to work with individuals with Prader-Willi…
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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.