Why GiGi’s – Wendy’s Story
Wendy is a Certified Special Education Teacher with 24 years in education working with individuals ranging from 4-21 years of age, including individuals with Down Syndrome at each age level in the education system. She has extensive experience working with individuals with learning disabilities. Her experience spans various types of...
Why GiGi’s – Tim’s Story
A native of Batesburg-Leesville, SC, Timothy earned his BS in Sport Administration and MEd in Student Personnel Services from the University of South Carolina. He and his wife Jenny became involved with the Down syndrome community when their oldest child Jordan was born 22 years ago. The Hall family participated...
Why GiGi’s – Linda’s Story
Linda was born and raised in Pennsylvania. She served in the United States Marine Corps, primarily at Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia. Linda graduated with a BA from George Mason University and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University in Arlington, Virginia. Linda is married with two children, Christian and...
Why GiGi’s – Stevie’s Story
Stevie is mom to Remington Speed, 11 years old. She and her family moved to Evans, Georgia 4 years ago for her husband, Vincent, who is a Nuclear Engineer at Savannah River Nuclear Lab. Before that, they lived in Washington DC, Raleigh, NC, Houston, TX and Colorado Springs, CO. She...
Why GiGi’s – Janet’s Story
Janet Broome – 2nd Team Lead Janet Broome is the mother of four children. Janet’s third child was diagnosed with Down syndrome. She enjoys assisting with various community activities such as Vacation Bible School, local Buddy Walks, therapy sessions, and the Special Olympics to name a few. She is active...
Why GiGi’s – Jenny’s Story
Jenny Hall – Team Lead Jenny lives in Aiken, South Carolina with her husband and three children. Jenny’s experience with the Down syndrome community began 22 years ago with the birth of her oldest son, Jordan. She founded the Upside of Downs of Aiken in 2010 to promote advocacy, education,...