Posts Tagged ‘Down syndrome’
Dancing with Joy: An interview with Katie, our Dance program lead
I love seeing the smiles on the kids faces every week and knowing that I’m having a positive impact on their lives. I also love seeing how excited they get when they learn a new dance move or accomplish a new skill they didn’t think they would be able to, helping the see their full potential is incredible.
Read MoreWhat Has 2023 Meant to Us?
The GiGi’s vision has always been to see a world where individuals with Down syndrome are accepted and embraced in their families, schools, and community. We are so grateful for the incredible relationships we have built in our community this year. Through the support of a strong and inclusive environment, challenges can be transformed into…
Read MoreNEW Partnership with EDP and GiGi’s Wrapped Truck
With October recognized as Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Chicago-based EDP – one of the largest propane marketers in the U.S. – has partnered with GiGi’s Playhouse on an initiative to help change the way the world views Down syndrome. On Friday, October 27, EDP unveiled a custom-wrapped propane delivery truck (“bobtail”) at the GiGi’s Playhouse…
Read MoreMeet Marjorie
It was 11:45am on Monday July 18, 2022 when my doctor called with the results from my NIPT bloodwork. My former OB had just stopped delivering so I had to switch doctors and I met this lady like once, so she didn’t know me very well at all. Anywho, she called and was sounded super…
Read MoreOur First Ever #GenerationG Award Goes To…
Hello! If you don’t know me, I am the Site Director of GiGi’s Playhouse Deerfield and the only employee overseeing our incredible volunteers, programs and participants. Our mission at GiGi’s is to change the way the world views Down syndrome, the kids and adults we work with put so much love into the world and…
Read MorePlay With Your Heart – Alexa’s Gala Speech
Hi my name is Alexa Donato. I am the youngest of 3 older siblings, their names are Kara, Michael, and Gianna. I started getting into sports when I was in 5th grade, when I started getting into sports I knew I wanted to keep doing it, because I had so much fun competing. When I…
Read MoreYou Are EXACTLY Where You Are Meant to Be – Gala Welcome by Alyse
We are heading into our fourth year open and it is so exciting to finally have the opportunity to host such a wonderful event to share with you who we are, why we are here and why the Down syndrome community is alive and thriving! & what better way to celebrate than during Down syndrome…
Read MoreEagle Scout Makes GiGi’s Deerfield ROCK!
Hi, I’m Andrew! Have you seen the gym at GiGi’s Playhouse Deerfield? For my Eagle Scout Project we put in a climbing wall and some cool shelving and hooks for the exercise balls and medicine balls in the gym. I had a blast working with fellow scouts, good friends, my dad and my coach Dr.…
Read MoreGabriela’s Journey in Spanish
“En el año 18 recibí una gran sorpresa estaba embarazada nació mi hija Gabriela diagnosticada con síndrome de down fue triste pero a la vez supe que tenía que luchar muy fuerte no tenía idea por dónde empezar Y entonces me hablaron de. GIGIS fue Cómo abrir una puerta que necesitábamos mucho para poder empezar…
Read MoreNational Volunteer of the Year!
Every year in November the playhouses from across the country gather together to share ideas, best practices, and trainings to ensure we are providing the latest and greatest to our families. Although this year was our first virtual conference the impact was just as great. The last day of conference we celebrate #bestofall moments, volunteers,…
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