Volunteer Spotlight: Jeff

man wearing a blue GiGi's Playhouse shirt in front of a colorful background

Tell us a little bit about yourself. I am a Professional Family Entertainer and I love interacting with people. How did you learn about GiGi’s and what do you do at the Playhouse? Through my son. He was a part of the construction crew who remodeled the facility where the Playhouse is currently located. We…

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Volunteer Spotlight: Jessi

woman with blonde hair wearing a GiGi's Playhouse shirt in front of a colored background

Tell us a little bit about yourself.  I am the mom of 3 kids, Blaiden (9) Adilene (7) who has Down syndrome, and Kallie (4). I am married to Fred. I am from Colorado but have lived in Ohio for the last 10 years.  We want to get to know you! What are some of your favorites? (food, color, season,…

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Volunteer Spotlight: Claire

Claire, volunteer, sitting on colored cube chairs in front of GiGi's Playhouse sign

Tell us a little bit about yourself.  I am currently working towards my master’s degree in Occupational Therapy at Walsh University. I am the Community Service Chair for the Student Occupational Therapy Association. I previously lived in Cleveland and volunteered with a variety of programs at GiGi’s Playhouse Cleveland. I currently tutor 2 students virtually…

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Volunteer Spotlight: Serena

Photo of a GiGi's Playhouse volunteer wearing a GiGi's Playhouse Canton shirt in front of decorative Canton sign

I am an intervention specialist from Canton and work at Golden Key School. I have an Axolotl named Axel and two kitties named Jack and Arwen. During my down time, I enjoy listening to audio books.  Some of my favorite things:  Sport: Hockey  Color: Yellow  Season: Fall  Vacation Spot: Disney with a buddy!  Drink: Coffee …

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Volunteer Spotlight: Amy

I am a mother to two children, our youngest (20) has DS. Since his birth I (we) have worked to let the world know that this is not a death sentence, but one of the greatest blessings you will ever receive.  My favorite things are: music (80’s, classic rock hair bands, classical, country and Christian).…

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Volunteer Spotlight – Derick Schwedt!

Last night, we were supposed to be at the Playhouse for Friends, Fun & Fitness with Mr. Derick. Although we could not be together, we are so grateful for Derick and the time he gives at GiGi’s Playhouse Canton. See what he says about his experience as a volunteer: “For starters, my name is Derick…

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