Kayla’s Korner | Purposeful Employment
Kayla is back sharing something that is important to her! At GiGi's Playhouse we believe individuals with Down syndrome are capable of holding down purposeful employment. We look to offer programing and volunteer opportunities to help support and build the skills needed to go out into the community and share...
Labels, we have some ideas.
This post was originally shared on October 20, 2015 but we think labels is a topic worth revisiting. Label - a short word or phrase descriptive of a person, group, intellectual movement, etc. It seems the human race loves labels, unfortunately there are just to many ugly labels out there...
Bigger,Better,Stronger….Together | 2016 GiGi’s Playhouse Conference
On November 3rd your GiGi's Playhouse Syracuse team got on a plane and headed to Chicago "Go Cubs Go" to join with 39 other Playhouse teams to learn how we can all continue growing, learning and achieving. Always with our eyes on the future, we went ready to gain as...
Kayla’s Korner
We are excited to be bringing a new monthly feature to the Syracuse Blog, Kayla's Korner. Our Assistant Site Coordinator will be sharing her point of view on a new topic each month. This month we will talk about bullying. We hope you will enjoy and leave some feedback for...
When acceptance takes time
Sometimes acceptance takes time and that is perfectly ok! We are thankful for the moms and dads who open up their hearts and share parts of their story that maybe are not all wrapped in rainbows and sunshine. Here is a hint though they always end with rainbows and sunshine....
Then end of Down Syndrome Acceptance Month….but not really.
It is the last day of October, the last day of Down Syndrome Acceptance Month, as we all know it does not end here! We wanted to share the words of one sweet mama who's sweet little girl came with a little something extra, taught so much in her...
Acceptance | GiGi’s Playhouse, Down Syndrome Achievement Centers
Good Monday morning friends! We are half way through Down Syndrome ACCEPTANCE month and it has been so inspiring seeing all the amazing information being shared on social media about our amazing friends! Keep it up, we are changing perceptions. Can you just picture a world where everyone accepts...
It is ok to ask about special needs?| GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement
Topic: "How can I respond when my child points out a child with special needs?" Today we are welcoming mom & volunteer, Jaclyn, from our friends at GiGi's Playhouse Milwaukee to answer this question. We love her answer and tips. Read & Share! "Great question! I think there are many different ways...
Down Syndrome Acceptance Month | GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse
Acceptance is more than awareness. Today we are excited to share the words of our wonderful National Director of Marketing & Communications share his (and our) thoughts on Down Syndrome Acceptance Month. October 1st began Down syndrome "Awareness" Month but awareness is not nearly enough. Awareness is simply acknowledging an...
Volunteer Spotlight – Art Explosion
GiGi's Playhouse Syracuse is happy to introduce you to a brand new volunteer program host! Quinn will be leading our Art Explosion program each month! Art Explosion provides a hands on experience with multiple art media and provides an outlet for individuals with Down syndrome to express themself, build confidence and...
Back to School! #generationG Style
Back to School! Here we go! Ahhh, crisp mornings and the hustle and bustle of school morning is back! Most parents are excited and hopeful as the school year starts. Happy for a routine and the excitement of new friends. Some parents feel nervous and a little sad to send...
Who Will You Run, Walk, Dash For?| Team Joys of Judah|GiGi’s Playhouse 2016 5k
We are in for a treat today! Beth Craver is back on the blog and sure to inspire us! She has been a champion not only for her wonderful boys but for GiGi's Playhouse Syracuse for well over a year now! She and her family are the embodiment of Generation...