Reflections Through the Looking Glass…Ciara and Keller
We love the many unique ways our volunteers of all ages can become involved with GiGi's Playhouse. Whether it's serving on our new Generation G Youth Board, selling lemonade or being a peer mentor in one of our programs, we love the impact our youth can make at the Playhouse...
A Parent’s School Year Reflection…
It's the end of May and we pause to reflect on another school year gone by. Another school year of learning, growth, IEP meetings, hard moments and incredible moments. One of our moms, Kim, shares her reflection. We have loved seeing how much Adalie has grown from August! "Today when...
volunteer spotlight – Abbey Vande Velde
We love showcasing our families and our volunteers here at GiGi's Playhouse. We have countless volunteers who selflessly give of their time and their hearts to help us achieve our mission and help our participants and their families achieve their goals. Abbey Vande Velde is one of those amazing people....
Reflections Through the Looking Glass … Love Wins
We are so proud of our improv group for showing up and giving their all during their practices leading up to the Brew Ha Ha and then battling nerves and getting up on stage and performing – amazingly, I might add! - in front of hundreds of people! What we...
volunteer spotlight – Fred Tyus, Jr. – aka DJ FrediMak!
Here at GiGi's Playhouse, we have an incredible group of volunteers. These amazing people give of their time and energy, as well as their talent. One of the most favorite volunteers among our teen and adult groups is Fred. Fred is known to this older crowd as DJ FrediMak and...
Reflections Through the Looking Glass… Griffin!
I love those Best of All moments that I have the pleasure of witnessing as the Site Coordinator of our Playhouse. I sit here in my office as I type up these blog posts and reflect on those special moments through this one way mirror. To me and to everyone...
Best of All inspiration – Elijah!
Our latest Playhouse inspiration comes courtesy of an incredible five year old, Elijah. After just turning five years old, he became our first participant here at GiGi's Playhouse Cleveland to transition up from one therapeutic program to another. He had been attending Leaps & Bounds with his younger brother, Spencer,...
From the Heart of the Playhouse
Lizz Maxwell, our Site Coordinator, shares this incredible story: Donna walked through the doors one day a few weeks ago, drawn in by the beautiful children on the windows and the colorful sign that read "achievement center". After our introductions, she shared with me her desire to volunteer here. She...
volunteer spotlight – elaine tosko
Here at GiGi's Playhouse, we absolutely adore our volunteers. They truly are the heartbeat of our Playhouse! This month we shine the spotlight on one of our amazing literacy tutors - Elaine Tosko! Elaine has been tutoring here at GiGi's since December. Her energy and creativity are such a great...
#tuesdaytips | behavior intervention plans. what you need to know.
We are thankful to share a guest blog today from the national Playhouse! welcome carly quinlan to the #gigisblog today to share some more great tips to help our kiddos be their #bestofall. Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) can be part of an Individual Education Plan (IEP) if your child’s behavior...
Teamwork. Exercise. Achievement. Motivation!
Our TEAM is halfway through their 10 week program and we are just amazed at their progress and success! Some of the dinners they have prepared have included turkey burgers, salads, tacos and homemade guacamole. Delicious! The adults have been introduced to a variety of exerises: yoga, Zumba, Crossfit and...
Family Spotlight – Lexi and Tony Cusma
Lexi Cusma joins us as our guest blogger today. She has been a part of the dedicated start up team the last two years and in addition to being on the board, Lexi was the 2016 Brew Ha Ha chair and volunteers as a literacy tutor. She also attends Fantastic Friends...