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Rethink, Relearn, and Redefine What You Know About Down Syndrome!
This Down Syndrome Awareness Month, we’re sharing daily facts to celebrate and raise awareness about the abilities of individuals with Down syndrome. DSAM is about breaking down barriers, promoting advocacy, and fostering inclusion. Follow along, share these facts with friends, family, and your community, and help us educate others. Together, we can change how the…
Read MoreOur Culture of Generosity
At GiGi’s Playhouse Milwaukee, we are dedicated to changing the way the world views Down syndrome and empowering individuals to achieve their greatest potential. Our mission is fueled by a culture of generosity that brings together community support and transformative programs. Here’s how you can be a part of our impactful journey. Your Impact Your…
Read MoreA Deeper Understanding of Down Syndrome
Down syndrome, a genetic condition, is often misunderstood. Each individual with Down syndrome is unique, with their own strengths, talents and personalities. Learn more about the different types and characteristics of people born with DS including some FAQs about interacting with individuals with Down syndrome. What is Down Syndrome? Down syndrome is a genetic condition…
Read More🌟 Embrace the joy of giving back! 🌟
GiGi’s Playhouse Milwaukee is searching for vibrant volunteers to add their personal touch to events, fundraising, tutoring, and programs among other areas. Just 1-2 hours per week can create a world of impact! Your energy is the key to the growth and success of GiGi’s Playhouse, a place dedicated to fostering acceptance and life-changing opportunities…
Read MoreTutoring – A Volunteer’s Perspective
This summer I had the opportunity to tutor a 7-year-old named Miles in literacy. I really enjoyed doing this and I think that the experience was definitely something I would do again. It was a little tricky getting Miles to focus on what we were supposed to do, but after trying different ways to get…
Read MoreNATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK
National Volunteer Week is the third week in April and we want to take the opportunity to THANK all of the volunteers who help to keep our organization running! Volunteers assist us in providing purposeful programs that otherwise would not exist at GiGi’s Playhouse Milwaukee. Volunteers make us smile just as much as the participants…
Read MoreBest of All: Caleb
Caleb joined the Playhouse to attend the Amina Grace Speech and Language Program this week and is already joining our other programming too! Caleb also attended Leaps and Bounds at Carroll University and had a blast playing with bubbles and dancing to different sing-along songs. He even tried new activities like making Play-Doh molds and…
Read MoreParticipant Best of All: Luke
Luke has been making strides in his sight-word reading with his tutor Marissa over the past two sessions of 1:1 Literacy Tutoring. Marissa collaborated with our Program and Volunteer Coordinator to create literacy instruction activities that center around movement and Luke’s sporting interests. This connection has improved his attentiveness during lessons and he has been…
Read MoreWe Make the Change Together!
“When there is something you enjoy doing there is nothing more fun than sharing that love with others!” -GiGi’s Playhouse belief This is why we share GiGi’s mission to build a world that embraces Down syndrome and each person’s strengths and uniqueness to truly CHANGE THE WORLD! Each of our board members and staff members…
Read MoreWelcome to the Team Lauren!
Welcome, Lauren! Lauren is a recent UW-Milwaukee graduate that is joining the Milwaukee GiGi’s Playhouse as a full-time Program and Volunteer Coordinator. Lauren will put her Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism, Advertisement, and Media Studies to good use by overseeing all of the volunteers and the academic, social, and therapeutic programs at our location. Help…
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