{"id":141848,"date":"2024-08-29T14:36:14","date_gmt":"2024-08-29T18:36:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/Cincinnati\/?p=141848"},"modified":"2024-08-29T14:36:35","modified_gmt":"2024-08-29T18:36:35","slug":"volunteer-spotlight-jake-linsey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/cincinnati\/2024\/08\/29\/volunteer-spotlight-jake-linsey\/","title":{"rendered":"Volunteer Spotlight: Jake & Linsey!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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At GiGi\u2019s Playhouse Cincinnati, we\u2019re fortunate to have a community of incredible volunteers who bring their unique talents and passions to our programs. This month, we\u2019re excited to shine a spotlight on two extraordinary individuals who embody the spirit of teamwork and dedication: Jake and Linsey.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Meet Jake & Linsey<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jake first joined us through the Fantastic Friends program and has also participated in the Amina Grace Speech & Language 1:1 sessions. From the moment we met Jake, he shared his aspiration to get an independent job, possibly at a grocery store or an ice cream shop. This goal has been a guiding light in his journey with us, and we\u2019ve had the privilege of watching him work towards it with determination and enthusiasm!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Linsey came to GiGi\u2019s Playhouse with a heart full of compassion and a desire to work with our participants. While she needed a role that wouldn\u2019t require her to be on her feet for long periods, she was eager to make a meaningful impact. After attending Volunteer Welcome Night and exploring different opportunities, the idea to pair Linsey with Jake emerged as a natural fit\u2014one that has proven to be incredibly successful!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Dynamic Duo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jake\u2019s journey towards independence has blossomed through his partnership with Linsey. Together, they utilize the \u201cI do, we do, you do\u201d method, a strategy that has allowed Jake to take ownership of tasks while receiving the support he needs. Linsey starts by modeling a task, then they complete it together, and finally, Jake tackles the task on his own. Linsey is there to provide verbal prompts and gentle reminders, ensuring that Jake remains confident and in control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This dynamic duo is an essential part of keeping our Playhouse clean and organized. Every week, Jake and Linsey take on any task that comes their way, contributing to our community while Jake hones important vocational skills that will serve him well in his future job search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jake\u2019s mom, Sonya, has witnessed firsthand the positive impact of his volunteering experience. She shares, \u201cJake was first introduced to GiGi\u2019s in 2023. Initially, he was uncomfortable and not very enthusiastic. But after speaking with Kaitlyn, the Site Manager, who suggested he volunteer, everything changed. Volunteering has been an excellent idea for Jake\u2014it\u2019s boosted his self-esteem and confidence. Now, he\u2019s excited to go every Wednesday and feels a sense of being needed by others. GiGi\u2019s has become a part of his life, and we\u2019re extremely thankful.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Linsey, volunteering at GiGi\u2019s Playhouse has been a fulfilling way to connect with her community. \u201cI\u2019ve been a stay-at-home mother of four for the last 20 years. As my kids have gotten older, I\u2019ve wanted to be more involved in my community, and GiGi\u2019s has been the perfect fit. I love working with Jake as he prepares for employment. He\u2019s happy, detail-oriented, and a hard worker. He\u2019s also a jokester, loves to sing, and is patiently teaching me how to throw darts. I look forward every week to my time at GiGi\u2019s.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jake and Linsey are a testament to the power of collaboration and the difference it can make in the lives of our participants and volunteers alike. We\u2019re so proud of the progress Jake has made and grateful for Linsey\u2019s unwavering support. Together, they\u2019re not just keeping our Playhouse running smoothly\u2014they\u2019re building a brighter future, one task at a time!<\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

At GiGi\u2019s Playhouse Cincinnati, we\u2019re fortunate to have a community of incredible volunteers who bring their unique talents and passions to our programs. This month, we\u2019re excited to shine a spotlight on two extraordinary individuals who embody the spirit of teamwork and dedication: Jake and Linsey. Meet Jake & Linsey Jake first joined us through…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14614,"featured_media":141850,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-141848","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/cincinnati\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/141848","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/cincinnati\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/cincinnati\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/cincinnati\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/14614"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/cincinnati\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=141848"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/cincinnati\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/141848\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/cincinnati\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/141850"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/cincinnati\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=141848"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/cincinnati\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=141848"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gigisplayhouse.org\/cincinnati\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=141848"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}