Posts Tagged ‘bestofall’
Growing, Learning and Sharing-a National Conference for Down Syndrome Recap
As an organization, we look forward to our National Conference each year because it means we have the opportunity to network with the other incredible Playhouses and national staff, learn…
Read MoreDown Syndrome Awareness Month- REAL Perspectives from REAL Local Families: Henry
This year, to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we asked a few of our Playhouse families and friends to give their REAL perspective on what it’s like to love someone…
Read MoreChildhood Cancer Awareness Month- A Local Family’s Perspective
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and we wanted to introduce you to Matt and his family. Matt is an energetic 8 year old that has been part of the…
Read MoreSelf-Advocate Blog Inspiration
Blog Post by Self- Advocate Committee Co-Leader, Maya Greengus You are probably going to say these are jelly beans and ask what’s important about that. It’s more than two…
Read MoreFinding a Place to Belong
This post is about a pilot program established by GiGi’s Playhouse Madison called Dynamic Duals. This is a monthly program designed specifically for families & individuals with a dual diagnosis…
Read MoreVolunteers that Inspire
April is Volunteer Appreciation month and we are sharing another inspiring story with you. Betsy and Jayna in a literacy session Betsy Kelley is a new volunteer and first time…
Read MoreWorld Down Syndrome Day- A New Mom’s Perspective
Guest post by Playhouse mom- Allie World Down Syndrome Day This day is celebrated on March 21st, or 3/21. This date was selected because Down syndrome is created by a…
Read MoreNever Too Young to Live Generation G
Generation G in Action! In December 2021 our Site Director and Advocate Committee co-chair were invited to visit a 4th and 5th grade classroom to share what it means to…
Read MoreGold Medal Worthy Down Syndrome Awareness Fall Fest
On October 2nd, we kicked off Down Syndrome Acceptance/Awareness Month (DSAM) with a Fall Fest where families and community members came to Ahuska Park in Monona for an afternoon of…
Read MoreDown Syndrome Awareness Month Fall Festival with Olympic Curlers!
You are invited to an afternoon of fun as we kick off Down Syndrome Awareness Month! This fun event will take place at Ahuska Park in Monona from 12:00-2:30pm. 400…
Read More