Posts Tagged ‘Down syndrome awareness’
Sue Catalano: The Joy of Tutoring
Volunteer Spotlight: Sue Catalano Sue Catalano is one of our amazing tutors, and she has been volunteering at the playhouse for over a year! She is an amazing mother of 3, all…
Read MoreThe Importance of Developing Social Skills
The Importance of Developing Social Skills What are social skills, and why are they important? Educationalplaycare.com states: “Developing social skills in children prepares them for a lifetime of healthier interactions…
Read MoreStay-at-home, Songs, & Sammy
In the Midst of a Pandemic- a Moment of Grace “When we began our journey under a stay-at-home order back in March, it quickly became apparent to me that this…
Read MoreOctober 20th- Michelle and Faith
“We would like everyone to know Faith is a loveable teenager who enjoys giving everyone Faith Hugs! She loves dancing and singing to her favorite artist Taylor Swift.” – Michelle,…
Read MoreOctober 19th- Sandy and Olivia
“’You are so pretty, you are so beautiful, you are so sweet.’ I say these words everyday to Olivia, so much so that she signs “sweet” with a smile from…
Read MoreOctober 18th- Amy and Sean
Look what Sean can do! “When Sean was born, we were told of all the things he would not do. Oh, how wrong they were!! He can ride a bike,…
Read MoreOctober 14th- Kristin and Samantha
“As we celebrate Down syndrome Awareness Month, I can’t help but reflect on the beautiful journey our Samantha has taken us on. I’ll never forget the day our doctor called…
Read MoreOctober 13th- Lindy and Jaclyn
Life with Jacyln♥ #lifewithjaclyn “Each year approximately 6,000 babies are born with Down syndrome. In 2010, our family was blessed with one of them. On the morning of May 5,…
Read MoreOctober 12th- Brianna and Lorelai
“Having a child with Down Syndrome (and Autism) has been a surprise, and has taught us a lot. The biggest lesson I have learned on this expedition has been to…
Read MoreOctober 11th- Holly and Grace
“Difficult roads often lead to beautiful places.” “Our daughter Grace (lovingly known by many as ‘Honey’) was born March 11, 2006 with an after birth diagnosis of Down syndrome. We…
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