Achievement
A Black Mother’s Journey with a Son with Down Syndrome
A Black Mother’s Journey with a Son with Down Syndrome Meet Meeka Caldwell and her son, Anian. Meeka is a wife, mother, author, and dedicated advocate in the Down syndrome community. Anian is a curious 6 year old who loves people and loves to help others. He is a problem solver, has a great…
Read More5 Back to School Tips Amid COVID-19 Spread
5 Back to School Tips Amid COVID-19 Spread Going back to school amid the COVID-19 spread is on the top of all our minds. For many families—whether children are heading to pre-K or high school—stress levels are high, and parents are struggling with the decision of what is best for their individual situation. No matter your decision regarding virtual or in-person learning, these 5…
Read MoreNEW! Spanish Programs for GiGi’s At Home
Spanish Programs now available for GiGi’s At Home! At GiGi’s Playhouse, we see potential, ability, and possibility. So, when COVID-19 hit, strategies were sought and adjustments were quickly made to continue serving our participants virtually. We are happy to share that we recently launched GiGi’s At Home on demand programming in Spanish. The educational programs…
Read MoreGiGi & Zack talk The Peanut Butter Falcon & Generation G!
Check out the conversations GiGi & Zack shared over inspiring others, favorite part of The Peanut Butter Falcon, #GenerationG and naughty words 😉 Today The Peanut Butter Falcon releases nationwide, be sure to check out where you can see this groundbreaking film! If you missed Nancy’s interview with the amazing writers and directors, you…
Read MoreMeet Golf’s Newest Celebrity at our August Golf Outing
This summer’s golf outing benefitting GiGi’s Playhouse will NOT be your average golf outing. Why? Because the star of the show that day is none other than Amy Bockerstette, the young woman with Down syndrome whose golf skills have made her a viral video sensation. Amy is the 20-year-old GiGi’s Playhouse program participant who stunned spectators with her par on the iconic…
Read MoreWhy is this a big deal?
GiGi will be singing the National Anthem at the Chicago Cubs game on June 25th! Just take a moment to think about that! She will be giving hope to so many people who have watched their loved ones struggle to say just one word let alone sing the entire National Anthem! So GiGi’s Playhouse will…
Read MoreWhy Do We Walk, Run & Dash?
GiGi’s Playhouse is thrilled to host the 2019 Chicagoland 5k run, 1-mile walk and Dash for Down syndrome on Sunday, June 9, 2019. We are so excited about the new location, the Arlington International Racecourse. This family event is one you don’t want to miss! Pony rides, petting zoo, bounce houses, admission to the park…
Read MoreDetermination, Hard Work & Achievement | GiGi Prep
We love this blog post originally shared by an amazing volunteer from GiGi’s Playhouse Sugarland. The sweet deal with being a volunteer at GiGi’s Playhouse not only means you are helping to support achievement and success in the lives of individuals with Down syndrome, you yourself to learn and grow in ways you may not…
Read MoreI could have never imagined what a game changer GiGi’s would be | A sisters story
Hi, I am Sabrina and I’m lucky enough to be one of Chris’s older sisters, or as he calls me his medium sister, much to the Delight of our older sister who he calls his large sister, needless to say growing up with Chris was filled with Little Gems like that I would like to…
Read MoreThe GiGi’s Impact | A Chance to Shine
One of our very favorite things at the National Playhouse is to learn about all of the lives being impacted by the GiGi’s mission. Everyday their ar3 35 (and growing) locations with an army of volunteers, participants, friends and families living out all that makes the GiGi’s family so amazing. Today we want to share…
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