GiGi's Playhouse Detroit

GiGi's Playhouse Detroit Down Syndrome Ahievement Center that provides FREE programs to individuals of all ages with Down syndrome and thier families.

GiGi's Playhouse Detroit Down Syndrome Achievement Center is changing the way the world views Down syndrome. We provide free life-changing therapeutic, educational and career training programs for individuals with Down syndrome of all ages. GiGi’s Playhouse programs support families in developing high expectations for their son or daughter with Down syndrome. Many families are blindsided by a diag

nosis of Down syndrome in pregnancy or at birth. GiGi’s programs aim to help parents overcome the diagnosis and maintain high expectations for their child to achieve success in social, educational and employment opportunities in the future. We are a non-profit organization with an army of volunteers executing our programs.

🌟 Your Week at GiGi's Playhouse Detroit! 🌟We have another great week of FREE purposeful programs, opportunities to conne...
06/14/2026

🌟 Your Week at GiGi's Playhouse Detroit! 🌟

We have another great week of FREE purposeful programs, opportunities to connect, and special events ahead!

📅 Monday
🗣️ Amina Grace Speech – 2:00 PM

📅 Tuesday
💪 GiGiMOVE Adults – 5:30 PM
💪 GiGiMOVE Teens – 5:30 PM

📅 Wednesday
💙 Special Fathers Network Event – 9:00 AM
🗣️ Amina Grace Speech – 2:00 PM

📅 Thursday
👩‍🍳 GiGi's Kitchen Adult – 6:00 PM

📅 Friday
🎉 Fantastic Friends – 6:30 PM

📅 Saturday
🎶 Music Makers Kids – 11:00 AM
🙋 Volunteer Orientation – 12:30 PM

Whether you're joining us for fitness, friendship, learning, or community, there's something for everyone at the Playhouse this week!

📍 GiGi's Playhouse Detroit
19799 W. 12 Mile Road, Southfield, MI

We can't wait to see you at the Playhouse! 💙💛

Every life has value.
06/13/2026

Every life has value.

BLOG ALERT! Summer is a joyful time filled with sunshine, family activities, and new experiences. For children with Down...
06/12/2026

BLOG ALERT!

Summer is a joyful time filled with sunshine, family activities, and new experiences. For children with Down syndrome, however, the transition away from the structure of the school year can bring both excitement and uncertainty.

At GiGi’s Playhouse Detroit, we know that individuals with Down syndrome learn best with a balance of routine, encouragement, and meaningful social connection. With a bit of planning, summer can become a season of growth, confidence, and fun...

Read more here: https://ow.ly/OnCB50Zbbpm

⏰ Don't forget to register! ⏰We're just around the corner from welcoming the Special Fathers Network U.S. Tour to GiGi’s...
06/11/2026

⏰ Don't forget to register! ⏰

We're just around the corner from welcoming the Special Fathers Network U.S. Tour to GiGi’s Playhouse Detroit, and we hope you'll join us for this incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and build community.

Parents, caregivers, grandparents, and family members are invited to meet author and podcast host David Hirsch, connect with local mentor fathers, and learn more about the Special Fathers Network—a global community supporting fathers raising children with disabilities and special needs.

As a special bonus, attendees will receive a complimentary copy of Dads Raising Children With Special Needs & Disabilities: A Guide For 21st Century Dads.

📅 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
📍 GiGi’s Playhouse Detroit
19799 W. 12 Mile Road, Suite L15
Southfield, MI

This event is free, but registration is encouraged!

👉 Reserve your spot today: https://ow.ly/QToy50Z7EAH

Tag a parent, caregiver, or dad who should be part of this meaningful conversation. 💙

🏃‍♀️ RUN, WALK, CHEER... OR DONATE! 💙💛No matter how you choose to participate, you can make a difference for individuals...
06/09/2026

🏃‍♀️ RUN, WALK, CHEER... OR DONATE! 💙💛

No matter how you choose to participate, you can make a difference for individuals with Down syndrome and their families at the 2026 GiGi’s Playhouse Detroit Dash for Down Syndrome 5K!

👟 Run your fastest 5K
🚶 Take a leisurely walk with family and friends
📣 Cheer on your favorite team
💙 Make a donation to support a participant or team

Every step taken and every dollar raised helps GiGi’s Playhouse Detroit continue providing FREE educational, therapeutic, career development, and social programs for our incredible community.

📅 Sunday, October 4, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Bicentennial Park
36000 W. Seven Mile Road
Livonia, MI 48152

Whether you're joining us on race day or supporting from afar, there's a place for everyone in this movement of acceptance, inclusion, and achievement.

🎉 Gather your team, lace up your shoes, and help us make this our biggest Dash yet!

🔗 Registration: https://ow.ly/a0hU50Z7FrA

Fatherhood is a journey—and no one should have to navigate it alone. 💙On June 17, GiGi’s Playhouse Detroit is honored to...
06/08/2026

Fatherhood is a journey—and no one should have to navigate it alone. 💙

On June 17, GiGi’s Playhouse Detroit is honored to welcome the Special Fathers Network U.S. Tour for a morning of connection, encouragement, and community.

Whether you're a father, mother, grandparent, caregiver, or supporter of an individual with a disability, this event offers a unique opportunity to hear from families who understand the joys, challenges, and triumphs of the journey.

Join us to:
📖 Meet author and podcast host David Hirsch
🤝 Connect with local mentor fathers
💙 Learn about the Special Fathers Network and Dad to Dad Podcast
📚 Receive a complimentary copy of Dads Raising Children With Special Needs & Disabilities: A Guide For 21st Century Dads

📅 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
📍 GiGi’s Playhouse Detroit
19799 W. 12 Mile Rd., Suite L15
Southfield, MI

Together, we can build stronger support systems, stronger families, and stronger communities.

Register today: https://ow.ly/1YRn50Z7Ez3

📅 Your Week at GiGi’s Playhouse Detroit! 📅Looking for ways to connect, learn, and have fun this week? We've got a great ...
06/07/2026

📅 Your Week at GiGi’s Playhouse Detroit! 📅

Looking for ways to connect, learn, and have fun this week? We've got a great lineup of FREE programs waiting for you!

✨ Monday & Wednesday
🗣️ Amina Grace Speech – 2:00 PM

✨ Tuesday
💪 GiGiMOVE Adults – 5:30 PM
💪 GiGiMOVE Teens – 5:30 PM

✨ Thursday
👩‍🍳 GiGi’s Kitchen Adult – 6:00 PM

✨ Saturday
🎉 Kids Club – 11:00 AM

Our programs are designed to build confidence, strengthen skills, foster friendships, and celebrate achievement in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

📍 GiGi’s Playhouse Detroit
19799 W. 12 Mile Rd., Southfield, MI

🕙 Office Hours:
Monday–Thursday: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

We can't wait to see everyone at the Playhouse this week! 💙💛

06/06/2026

“I couldn’t imagine working anywhere else.”​

When you walk into a GiGi’s Playhouse, you’ll find something truly special: a team united by purpose, driven by passion, and committed to changing the world.​

Working at GiGi’s isn’t just a job.​

It’s knowing that every day, your work is building a more accepting, inclusive, and empowering world for individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and entire communities.​

At GiGi's, we truly believe we all have the power to change the world.​

And we couldn’t imagine doing anything else.​

🛒 Prime Day is coming! 🛒As you fill your cart during Amazon Prime Days, don't forget that your everyday purchases can he...
06/05/2026

🛒 Prime Day is coming! 🛒

As you fill your cart during Amazon Prime Days, don't forget that your everyday purchases can help support GiGi’s Playhouse Detroit!

Whether you're shopping for household essentials, summer fun, school supplies, or those Prime Day deals you've been waiting for, we invite you to think of GiGi’s while you shop. Every contribution helps us continue providing FREE educational, therapeutic, and career development programs for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.

💙 Because of supporters like you, we're able to keep our doors open, our programs free, and our mission growing.

📅 Amazon Prime Days
June 23–26, 2026

Before you click "checkout," consider checking our wish lists or supporting the Playhouse in another meaningful way. Together, we can turn everyday shopping into life-changing opportunities for our participants.

Thank you for helping us make a difference—one purchase at a time! 💙💛

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19799 W 12 Mile Road
Southfield, MI
48076

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm

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