Fantastic Friends Best of All: Karina
Karina Piraino has been an active participant in our GiGiFIT Adult and Fantastic Friends program since July 2023. The first time she walked through the doors, however, was 4 months prior. Karina and her mother, Lisa, came in for a tour. They loved learning about our adult classes, but just...
Welcome to my Rhett Talk | Kristin Daniels
I did not have the pleasure of knowing someone personally with Down syndrome until Rhett was born. Since October is Down Syndrome Awareness month, here are some things that I have learned since his wonderful arrival four and a half years ago: People-first language matters! Rhett has Down syndrome (not...
Teen Tastic Best of All: Bella & Nana
Bella (14) has been living with her Grandmother, Maureen, this summer, while her house is beingremodeled. Since Grandma’s house is just a mile away from the Playhouse, Maureen brought Bella in for a tour, with the hopes of her meeting new friends and becoming more social. After a marvelous tour...
“Hello” from Suzanne the Site Manager
Hello. My name is Suzanne Scott, and I have the extreme privilege of being the Site Manager of GiGi's Playhouse Orange County. I discovered GiGi’s Playhouse not because I have a child or relative with Down syndrome, but due to the ripple effect of knowing and loving my friend, Charlie...
Why GiGi’s? | Kristin Daniels
I have never been to a GiGi's Playhouse, so why join in on the efforts to bring one to Orange County? Of course one of the main reasons is because I have heard how incredible the playhouses are, and I would love nothing more than to have my own son...
Why GiGi’s? | Kim Horner
So, many have asked "Why is it that we are working towards bringing a GiGi's Playhouse to Orange County?" A better question is "why not?!" Why not provide a place for our families to gather? Why not build a place that will enable our kids to learn life skills through cooking and exercise...