Celebrating GiGi’s Playhouse Best of All: Meet Rubie
In the heart of GiGi's Playhouse, a place where every individual is celebrated for their uniqueness, there's one little participant who's been capturing hearts and spreading joy. Meet Rubie, an adorable one-year-old bundle of sunshine, with an infectious spirit and love for the music and baby & me yoga programs,...
Volunteer Spotlight: Celebrating Officer Ross and the Cary Police Department – A Meaningful Partnership
At GiGi's Playhouse in downtown Cary, North Carolina, we believe in the power of community and the extraordinary impact of our dedicated volunteers. Today, we are thrilled to shine a spotlight on a special partnership that has brought boundless joy to our participants and enriched our GiGi's family - our...
Dustin’s Journey: Strumming the Ukulele at GiGi’s Playhouse
At GiGi's Playhouse, we celebrate the uniqueness of every participant who walks through our doors. Each individual brings their own story, talents, and aspirations to our community, making it a vibrant place of growth and inclusion. Today, we want to shine the spotlight on Dustin, an adult participant who has...
Crafting Inclusion: Scott’s Woodwork Empowers Jenalyn at GiGi’s Playhouse
In a world where small acts of kindness can spark immense change, Scott, a talented woodworker, has illuminated the lives of GiGi's Playhouse participants in a truly remarkable way. Through his dedication and craftsmanship, he has extended a helping hand to Jenalyn, a cherished member of our GiGi's family, making...
🌟Stephanie Perera – A Beacon of Dedication and Compassion at GiGi’s Playhouse 🌟
Stephanie during a Literacy Tutoring session Stephanie with a friend in our Sensory Room At GiGi's Playhouse, we are truly fortunate to have volunteers who embody the spirit of generosity and make a profound impact on our participants' lives. Today, we shine the spotlight on Stephanie, a remarkable individual whose...
Celebrating Meredith: Our Shining Star at GiGi’s!
Introduction: At GiGi's, we have the pleasure of spotlighting exceptional individuals who embody the true spirit of our community. This time, we are overjoyed to feature Meredith as our 'Participant Best of All!' With her vibrant personality and active involvement in numerous programs, she has become a cherished member of...
Nick’s Journey: Empowering Voices at GiGi’s Playhouse
At GiGi's Playhouse, we witness incredible stories of growth and triumph every day. Our participants, like Nick, inspire us with their determination and progress. Nick has been a part of our community, engaging in our Amina Grace program, which is 1:1 speech therapy with our dedicated NCCU speech/language therapy graduate...
Volunteer Spotlight
Nicholas is a new volunteer to us. He is a high school student and has been looking to get more involved in his community. He has spent almost every Saturday morning with us volunteering for Sensory Saturday and Kindergarten Readiness led by Locus. He is going to be a math...
Dear Mom…
Dear Mom, As Mother's Day approaches, I want to take a moment to let you know how much I appreciate everything you do for me. You are more than just a mom to me, you are my superhero, my role model, and my best friend. You have been my biggest...
Motherhood
Being a mother to a child with Down syndrome has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. While the journey has had its challenges, my child has brought so much joy, love, and inspiration into my life. Here are some of the ways my life has been...
GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge Story, By: Ashley Schoenfisch
Nearly 30 years ago, I began my journey as a distance runner, and I believe strongly that distance running should be accessible and inclusive. Over the past 6 months, I had the opportunity to train alongside Playhouse participant Lucía for the GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge 5K. Before I share our story,...
Employment and why it matters
Meaningful employment is an essential aspect of a fulfilling life for all individuals, including those who experience Down syndrome and other intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Here are some reasons why meaningful employment is important to people who experience Down syndrome and other IDD: Sense of Purpose: Meaningful employment provides...