#IRunWithIsaac

We decided 18 months ago that we were being called to adopt a little boy from China with Down Syndrome. As we shared the news with family and friends, people kept on recommending that we check out GiGi’s Playhouse. I remembered seeing the playhouse on our way to Castleton Mall a few times, but we were neck deep in adoption paperwork and focused on getting Isaac home.

As our adoption process became more of a waiting game, we decided to check out this GiGi’s place that so many people spoke so highly of. From the first phone call on, I could feel the love and support. They explained to me all about their mission and took the time to answer my numerous questions. I knew that it was a place that we were going to be welcomed and a great resource to help us figure out how best to meet Isaac’s needs. GiGi’s has been such a blessing now Isaac is home. We are now regulars at LMNOP, utilize the Literacy Tutoring, and celebrated our first National Down Syndrome Day at GiGi’s! Isaac has already picked up the word, “GiGi,” and starts chanting it as soon as he realizes that is the direction we are heading. The staff, families, and volunteers at GiGi’s have provided so much encouragement, support, and awesome advice. We continue to be amazed by all they have to offer.