Posts Tagged ‘Down syndrome’
Acceptance starts with a smile and a Hi!
Dear My fellow Moms and Dads, I believe that we all want the same thing when it comes to our precious children. Whether we breastfeed or bottle-feed, home school, put them on that scary yellow bus, or wave goodbye from the carpool lane. Whether we work or we don’t, give time outs or not,…
Read More2019 CNY Buddy Walk Registration is LIVE!
You asked & we answered! GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse is thrilled to be the new host of the annual NDSS Buddy Walk! This year’s 25th Anniversary Buddy Walk (21st year in Syracuse) will take place on Sunday, September 29, 2019, at Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Parkway in Liverpool, NY. You can register TODAY! Click HERE to get started!…
Read MoreLiteracy, a gift for everyone.
2017 Winter Literacy Tutoring is Open for Registration! Students & tutors can visit our Literacy page today to register for tutoring. GiGi’s Playhouse One on One Literacy tutoring is for individuals with Down syndrome of any age and any skill level. Trained tutors work at the level of the individual, continually challenging and encouraging them to…
Read MoreWhen 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. We welcome Carly’s mom, Kim…
Read MoreWho 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 G! Reminder to take…
Read MoreWho Will You Run, Walk or Dash For?|Team Bella|GiGi’s Playhouse 2016 5K
Time of another fun and inspiring GiGi’s Playhouse 2016 5k blog post! We are so happy to turn todays post over to our Self Advocate of the Year, Amy Cavallaro. Every day Amy works hard to make her community and herself better. She shows kindness and respect to everyone she encounters and she is always…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight, Jackie | GiGi Fit
We have another amazing Volunteer to share with you all. Jackie McClenthan has been helping GiGi’s in one capacity or another since day one. Her spunk, energy and strong belief in all individuals inspires us. We are so thankful of the way she is using her interests and gifts to help the GiGi’s community be…
Read MoreWhat’s the deal with Oral Motor Functionality? | GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse
GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers are always looking for ways to help our families and friends do their Best of All. We are so thankful for not only our local team but the team that reaches all the way to our National Office in Chicago. Sarah Buti is a Speech Language Pathologist and is…
Read MoreThe GiGi’s Impact | GiGi’s Playhouse
There are many perks in the GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Center community, one of our favorites is being inspired by our teams across the nation. The impact that GiGi’s Playhouse is having in communities all over the country and in Mexico is just outstanding! Together, we are all changing the world! One community, one…
Read MoreNavigating Adulthood and Down Syndrome | GiGi’s Playhouse Syracuse
We are please to have Randi Downs back on the blog today, sharing her parenting tips and the way she so honestly loves her son, who has Down syndrome. Helping him to navigate his adult life. Sometimes the journey and answers are not easy, but who among us has a story that is only filled…
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