GiGi's Playhouse

Organization: GiGi’s Playhouse - Raleigh

Contact Person: Caroline Tate, Site Manager

Purpose/mission: To change the way the world views Down syndrome and to send a global message of acceptance for all

Population served: Individuals with Down syndrome of all ages

Services/programs/resources offered:

• Purposeful programs that are therapeutic and educational in nature for individuals from birth to our oldest adult

  • One-on-one literacy and math tutoring

  • Group programming that changes monthly; examples of skills addressed by age group:

    • Early childhood: sign language, music, social activities, self-esteem, parent-child connection

    • 3-5 year olds: pre-school preparedness, reading, identifying objects, gross and fine motor skills

    • School aged: independence, team-building, social engagement, communication, self-esteem

    • Teens/adults: communication, physical activity, social engagement, helping others, adult living skills

Costs/requirements to participate: Completely FREE!

How families can access more information if interested in pursuing:

• No membership needed! Just contact GiGi’s and tell them a little about your family. Then jump right into programs! You can sign up on the website for weekly programs each Sunday.

• Contact info: raleigh@gigisplayhouse.org, (919) 307-3952

• Website: www.gigisplayhouse.org/raleigh

• Social media sites:

  • • Instagram - gigisplayhouseraleigh

    • Facebook- GiGisPlayhouseRaleigh