Posts Tagged ‘Down syndrome’
All About Behavior and ABA
Welcome back, our GiGi’s community! During our recent Family Speaker: Parent University Program, Behavior and ABA, we had the pleasure of welcoming representatives from BCOTB, who shared valuable strategies and practical insights with our families. Their guidance helped caregivers better understand how to navigate challenging behaviors using ABA techniques, empowering them with tools to support…
Read MoreParticipant Best of All: Valencia Trujillo
Valencia Trujillo has recently taken both literal and figurative big steps toward achieving her Best of All moments. As one of the first participants selected for the 1-on-1 Occupational Therapy pilot program in Tampa, Valencia has gained confidence in walking independently and improving her balance. Through Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) therapy used in GiGi’s Playhouse…
Read MoreGrowing Together: How GiGi’s Playhouse Transformed Nick’s Journey
GiGi’s Playhouse Tampa takes the time to highlight one of our participants and his mom as to how GiGi’s has impacted their life. These questions were answered by Nick who is a participant in our Group Speech Program: These questions were answered by Paulette, Nick’s mom. Nick’s mom, Paulette, is very grateful for the immediate…
Read MoreMaking Play Meaningful for Every Child
Welcome back, our GiGi’s community! At GiGi’s Playhouse, we know that play is more than just fun – it’s how children learn, connect, and grow!During our recent Parent University session, Building Social Play Skills in Children with SensoryProcessing Challenges, BayCare representatives joined us to share strategies and insights on howfamilies and caregivers can foster meaningful,…
Read MoreParticipant Best of All: Jenna Brennan
This months participant ‘Best of All’ goes to Jenna Brennan. Jenna has been taking part in various 1-on-1 programs at GiGi’s Playhouse Tampa for many years and recently made noticeable progress in our 1-on-1 Speech Program. Both Jenna’s mom Susan and Speech coordinator Kyle Hollis have verbalized that Jenna has been able to apply real…
Read MoreMake Halloween Magical (Yet Manageable) for Children with Down syndrome
Hello, our GiGi’s Playhouse community! We are here to give you some insight and tips on how to makeHalloween magical and manageable for your child with Down syndrome. Halloween is an exciting timeand experience, but for children with Down syndrome, the experience can often feel overwhelming. Brightlights, loud noises, scary decorations, and social expectations can…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight and Survey: Madeline DiPasquale
We want to shine a spotlight on one of our volunteers, Madeline DiPasquale, who served as an intern over the summer at GiGi’s Playhouse Tampa. Madeline is currently studying for her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, with a minor in Psychology. Throughout the summer, Madeline was pivotal in her contributions to the Tampa Playhouse with…
Read MoreParticipant Best of All: James Randolph
This month’s participant ‘Best of All’ goes to James Randolph. James made many noticeable strides in the GiGiFIT Adult and GiGi’s Kitchen Adult programs on Saturdays. By having our program leads and assistants provide occasional 1-on-1 attention in order to adapt movements in the kitchen & gym, James was able to reach his Best of…
Read MoreCreating Financial Confidence for Families with Special Needs
Welcome back, our GiGi’s community! We’re thrilled to share the valuable insights provided by Michael Ringel, which focuses on finance. Michael is a Chartered Special Needs Consultant with Special Needs Wealth Planning, LLC. Their purpose and mission is to help families plan for two lifetimes — the parents’ and the child with special needs —…
Read MoreImportance of Early Exposure and Inclusion
Hello, our GiGi’s community! We had the pleasure of welcoming a wonderful group of sixth graders from Christ the King Vacation Bible School. These young volunteers spent their morning helping us brighten and organize our playhouse, assembling informational folders and creating a vibrant, beautiful banner to encourage others to volunteer and support our cause. Not…
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