Archive for September 2025

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…

Ella’s intentionality and passion for acceptance and inclusion took root several years ago when she launched her own podcast, using her voice to highlight stories that matter. In October 2021, she reached out to interview our dear friend Amy Jo – a connection that started small but has since grown into such a meaningful relationship…

If you bop into the Playhouse during a teen program, chances are you’ll spot Vivi right in the middle of the action – laughing, moving, and making every moment count. Vivi is a familiar face here at GiGi’s Playhouse Cleveland, participating in Project Pulse, GiGiFIT, Teen Tastic, Games with Friends, and Speech. Vivi is truly…