Posts by Cathy Judge
“It’s the Friends we meet along the way that help us appreciate the journey . . . . . .”
Brett would like you to meet some of his GiGi’s Playhouse Phoenix friends . . . They are so AWESOME!! “SUPPORT” . . . . . . . this month’s GiGi’s theme. My mom says “Support” is really GiGi’s theme EVERY month! I am happy to go to GiGi’s because they cheer me on, say…
Read MoreGiGi’s Supports Families and Futures
SUPPORT – A Verb or a Noun? Nearly 500 words are both a verb and a noun. Those that most often come to mind are EMAIL, SHOP, BUY, PAY, CHARGE…wait a minute, I think I’m getting off topic. What I’m talking about today is SUPPORT! VERB – If you SUPPORT someone’s idea or mission, you…
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Brett would like you to meet some of his Playhouse friends….. They are so AWESOME!! Education is this month’s theme! My friends and I love to have fun at GiGi’s while we learn many new things! My family and many others love that we are always learning and growing each time we come because of…
Read MoreA Big Thank You to Our GiGi’s Volunteer Educators!
Since our opening in 2015 as the 21st GiGi’s location we have attracted the most passionate, dedicated, smart and fun volunteer educators across the GiGi’s network. They share our CORE VALUES with you every day at GiGi’s Down Syndrome Achievement Center, GiGi U Career Development Center, GiGi’s Studio Café, and our GiGiFIT Studio. We challenge…
Read MoreCelebrating Independence!
“It’s the Friends we meet along the way that help us appreciate the journey….” Brett would like you to meet some of his Playhouse friends….. They are so AWESOME!! Independence….. This month’s GiGi’s theme! July 4th my mom told me is to celebrate our country’s independence! I like independence because it’s fun to do things…
Read MoreInclusion helps us appreciate the journey!
Inclusion….. This month’s GiGi’s theme! I believe Inclusion is important. No matter what you can do, you should be able to join in on the fun! I love to cook in Kaitlyn’s Kitchen at GiGi’s and I am happy so many friends enjoy cooking like me (and are included) in the program! Hugs from Brett❤️…
Read MoreThe Ripple Effect of Inclusion – “You are Beautiful and Pretty”
“YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL AND PRETTY” We know that at any given moment your life can change. When we open our heart, we really can change for the better. High school can be a tough time to fit in, be a part of the team or just make friends. It’s difficult for many to reach out…
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Guest Blog submitted by Brett GiGi’s Playhouse Phoenix Self Advocate Brett would like you to meet some of his Playhouse friends….. They are so AWESOME!! Anthony’s favorite GiGi’s program is Music and playing with his friends! Anthony likes to play basketball, skeet ball, and exercising with his friends. He is strong❤️. Anthony also likes…
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Guest Blog submitted by Brett GiGi’s Playhouse Phoenix Self Advocate Brett would like you to meet some of his Playhouse friends….. They are so AWESOME!! Angel’s favorite GiGi’s program is GiGiFit! His favorite hobbies are playing and listening to music. (I like to play and listen to music also!) Angel’s favorite food is…
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Guest Blog submitted by Brett GiGi’s Playhouse Phoenix Self Advocate Brett would like you to meet some of his Playhouse friends….. They are so AWESOME!! Camila’s favorite GiGi’s programs are Open Play and Music! It has been awhile since she has been to the Playhouse, but when she does go she really enjoys…
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