Posts Tagged ‘Down Syndrome’
Beep Beep: Creating Transportation Independence for Individuals with Disabilities.
At GiGi’s Playhouse, we provide FREE programming to individuals with Down syndrome from a prenatal diagnosis through adulthood. It’s such a blessing to see our participants in their various life stages, learning and growing with us each year! As our participants grow and change, so do their needs, and their families needs. As our adults…
Read MoreThank you, Kohls Cares!
Kohl’s Cares is a philanthropic initiative by Kohl’s Department Stores that focuses on supporting children’s health and education. Through this program, Kohl’s partners with local and national organizations to fund programs that benefit children and families in need. One of the key aspects of Kohl’s Cares is its commitment to raising funds through the sale…
Read MoreUnlocking Potential Through LMNOP: A Tribute to Liz’s Dedication at GiGi’s Playhouse
At GiGi’s Playhouse Hoffman Estates, our mission is to create a world where individuals with Down syndrome and their families are celebrated and supported. One of the ways we fulfill this mission is through our LMNOP program – Language, Music, N’ Our Peeps. Today, we’re thrilled to share the heartfelt reflections of Liz, one of…
Read MoreThe Remarkable Impact of Volunteers at GiGi’s Playhouse: Meet Karen Kibler
“Volunteers don’t get paid, not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless” Volunteers are what make programs at GiGi’s Playhouse and Hugs & Mugs possible. We are 99% volunteer run, so without our incredible, dedicated, and amazing volunteers, we would not be able to continue to provide FREE programs to individuals with Down syndrome and…
Read MoreDemystifying Becoming A Math or Literacy Tutor
WE NEED YOU Our Spring 2024 Math & Literacy tutoring sessions will kick off in January and we are expecting a high number of applications from our families. Our tutor applications for the Spring 2024 session are OPEN until January 7th, 2024! The Spring session runs from January 22nd – May 5th. Tutors and students…
Read MoreHayden living her best life!
Hayden started her journey at age 2 as the youngest child ever to be part of the GiGi’s Literacy program in Hoffman Estates. She then moved to the Deerfield Playhouse when it opened in 2019 and is still a member there. Now at age 16, she is working as a volunteer at the House of…
Read MoreWelcome Anna!
This week, we welcomed a new college student intern, Anna! She has almost finished her first week at Hugs & Mugs, and we are so excited to have her. Here are a few words from Anna: “I am studying to get my undergraduate degree in Journalism with minors in English and Gender and Women’s Studies…
Read MoreWelcome Will, the first baby of 2022 to GiGi’s Playhouse.
Welcoming new families is always exciting! Will and his family walked into GiGi’s Playhouse January 11th. They have been attending such as LMNOP every Tuesday at 10am Language Music N’ Our Peeps (LMNOP). LMNOP supports the therapeutic-based development of young children with Down syndrome with goals of achieving the following: Introduce and practice the use…
Read MoreHuntley Cheer Association Spreads GenerationG!
It is the season of giving and the The Huntley Cheerleaders of The Huntley Cheer Association went above and beyond in granting our wishes for GiGi’s Playhouse Hoffman Estates this year! For months the cheerleaders have been collecting items such as large chalk boards, educational toys, cricut items, snacks, silverware, paper products and much…
Read MoreGiGi’s Playhouse hits a hole in one!
The day could not have been more perfect for our 8th Annual GiGi’s Playhouse National golf outing at The Club of Wynstone. GiGi Gianni flawlessly sang the National Anthem while the American Flag flew over the crowd of golfers, participants, families, staff, and volunteers. A new highlight at the event was the Participant Putt-Off Challenge…
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