Generation G
Chore Chart to get motivated at home!
How are you keeping your child or adult on task in this time at home? Consider using a blank chore chart (like this one) to fill in with age appropriate weekly chores. Include personal chores such as – personal hygiene, making the bed, & doing their schoolwork, as well as, household chores like washing dishes,…
Read MoreUp Up and Away- at home craft!
https://www.marthastewart.com/1518216/3-d-hot-air-balloon-paper-decorations Step by step photos to follow along in the article! Share with us when you have a completed product, tag us at @gigisplayhouseraleigh. FINAL PRODUCT- Great work!
Read MoreGiGiFIT Adult Virtual Program with Kelli (OT)
We may be social distancing but we can still stay connected! Let’s get moving as we follow along to a GiGiFIT Adult session with Occupational Therapist and program leader Kelli in the 4 videos below. Grab a water and make a little space — enjoy the workout! Warmup (Video 1) Blocks 1 and 2 (Video…
Read MoreOur playhouses are full of love, determination and support, We are stronger together!
3.21.20 At GiGi’s Playhouse Raleigh we serve over 700 families, offering 30-50 programs a month all led by our committed, inspiring and passionate volunteers. We are so grateful for the 400+ volunteers who give their time to provide therapeutic and educational programs, shout the worth of individuals with Down syndrome and are great examples of…
Read MoreCelebrating all the victories Ben made, small or big, was such a joyful feeling!
Tutoring at GiGi’s Playhouse has been such a great experience for me. Celebrating all the victories Ben made, small or big, was such a joyful feeling. I went into this experience expecting to just be a teacher to Ben, but he has taught so many things as well. The friendship that I have formed with…
Read MoreI love that GiGi’s Playhouse has connected me to so many wonderfully caring people
GiGi’s Playhouse came into my life back in 2015 when it was just a dream. That dream quickly turned into a reality, and that reality came with the most amazing group of people, who have now become the most wonderful HAPPY FAMILY. I love everything about GiGi’s Playhouse. I love the hope it brings to…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Sarah
We are so grateful for Sarah and the time she gives each week at GiGi’s Playhouse Raleigh. See what she says about her experience as a volunteer: “Volunteering at GiGi’s has brought so many amazing people and experiences into my life. By photographing programs and events I’ve gotten to improve on & share my passion…
Read More“I have become a better person because of it”
Volunteering at GiGi’s has brought so many amazing people and experiences into my life. By photographing programs and events I’ve gotten to improve on and share my passion for photography with the community. I have met countless amazing people who have always shown me enthusiasm and kindness, and I have become a better person because…
Read MoreTo say the least, GiGi’s is a wonderful place
It has been a wonderful opportunity for me to participate as a volunteer at GiGi’s Playhouse Raleigh. I have provided speech, language, and literacy services for individuals with Down syndrome for over 45 years and nothing has been more rewarding or beneficial to me than GiGi’s experience. To say the least, it is a wonderful…
Read MoreThese teens are passionate about spreading the word of GiGi’s Playhouse Raleigh
The Generation G Youth Advisory Board Program is made up of typical teens in the community who strives to build awareness, program volunteers, and fundraising for GiGi’s Playhouse Raleigh. We plan and host events for the playhouse and the community as well as volunteering within all the existing programs. The fundraisers help contribute to the…
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