Why I love GiGi’s Milwaukee
Why do we want to change the way the world views Down syndrome? Because people with Down syndrome and other different abilities are teaching humanity how to live again. Every single person on this planet has a purpose and a voice and deserves to be seen, valued, accepted, and loved....
Inclusion
What does inclusion mean? Check out why it is so positive and meaningful for all kids. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2wJqDw9B68&feature=share
Happy 2018 Everyone!
I committed to a monthly blog post last summer and … well … I’m resolving to honor that commitment in 2018! The end of 2017 was so amazing for our Playhouse – the Brew-Ha-Ha was a blast and a financial success, and we received a few other meaty grants that...
A giant hug that we didn’t know we needed
We first came to GiGi's when Monty was only a few months old. We had just gotten out of the hospital and one of our therapists had recommended we go to GiGi's. Our family was struggling at the time with all of Monty's medical complications and GiGi's was like a...
How I Learn
How I Learn At GiGi’s Playhouse, we see potential, ability, and possibility. We educate, inspire, and believe. We celebrate uniqueness and we shout out to the world so everyone knows how AWESOME Down syndrome is! Maybe you know a family member, a student, a neighbor, a classmate with Down syndrome, or maybe you have Down syndrome...
#GivingTuesday; Donate to make our programs accessible to everyone!
GiGi’s Playhouse Milwaukee is participating in #GivingTuesday, a global day dedicated to giving. GiGi’s Playhouse is the ONLY nationwide network of Down syndrome achievement centers; changing lives through free, results-driven programs for individuals of all ages, families and communities. GiGi’s Playhouse is an inspirational and dedicated place for families...
Literacy tutoring…instrumental in school success
Volunteers, literacy tutoring, comfortable environment, GiGi's Playhouse has it all! GiGi's Playhouse is a Down syndrome Achievement Center in Milwaukee, WI. We offer FREE academic and therapeutic programs for individuals with Down syndrome. Henry comes to visit once a week for literacy tutoring and is making strides in phonics developmental...
Support for all with Down syndrome in Milwaukee
What a beautiful expression of what GiGi's means to the Skalnik family! GiGi's is our safe place. We can attend programs without a commitment. We can play without fear. We can be without judgement. We learn from those who came before us and share with those after us. We celebrate...
Our second home – GiGi’s
GiGi's Playhouse Milwaukee has become our second home. When our son was diagnosed with Down syndrome we didn't really reach out to anyone else in anyway. GiGi's playhouse was the first place we actually spoke to other parents with kid with Down syndrome. To actually see kids thriving and doing...
Shared path…thankfulness for relationships
GiGi's Playhouse Milwaukee has been such a wonderful resource for our family. We're incredibly grateful for the support & programs they offer on a regular basis. Without GiGi's, our family wouldn't have been able to connect so quickly with other families who happen to be walking the same path. We're...
What’s the difference between Awareness and Acceptance?
This month, October, is Down syndrome Awareness Month. After having been with GiGi's for almost four months now, my eyes and my heart have been opened to a new level. Since being here, I have been more aware of the amazing individuals and their families that have walked through the...
Calling all Volunteers!
We need VOLUNTEERS to help support our fantastic individuals with Down syndrome here in Milwaukee! GiGi's Playhouse highlights the following academic and developmental activities. We are looking for dedicated adults (18 or older) that are interested in leading and/or supporting the following programs. Volunteer information Sign-up on line with Sign-up...