Archive for September 2024
Celebrate Down syndrome ACCEPTANCE Month
October is Down Syndrome ACCEPTANCE Month – an entire month dedicated to shouting our friends’ and children’s worth from the rooftops! You might be wondering why we say ACCEPTANCE versus awareness. Saying “acceptance” versus “awareness” shifts the focus from simply knowing that individuals with Down syndrome exist, to actively embracing and including them. Awareness is…
Read MoreBest of All – Johnny!
Meet Johnny, a vibrant young man with a passion for life, an infectious sense of humor, and a voice that can command any room. Not only is Johnny a talented singer and great friend, but he’s also actively involved in a variety of programs both at GiGi’s Playhouse and in his community. From Project Pulse,…
Read MoreVolunteer of the Month – Sydney!
Meet Sydney Wisnor, our inspiring Volunteer of the Month! Her passion for helping others shines through both in her academic pursuits and her time at GiGi’s Playhouse Cleveland. Since February 2023, Sydney has been volunteering across several programs, from LMNOP to Destination Discovery and tutoring, all while building a foundation for her future career in…
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