Category Archives: Research & Surveys

Siblings Rule 3: Sometimes, supporting your sibling means standing back and letting them express what they want

Posted on Monday, April 8th, 2013

Find out more about the Siblings Rule PSA series here…

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Siblings Rule: Siblings make a difference

Posted on Monday, April 1st, 2013

Employment is one of the highest impact ways that the dynamic changes for all of us. Increasing employment for people with disabilities has long been a target by self-advocates, families, and professionals in the field. Employment is good for people with … Continue reading →

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Research: Sibling Caregivers Find Responsibilities A Struggle

Posted on Friday, December 7th, 2012

From Disability Scoop- About half of adult siblings of those with developmental disabilities either are or plan to be the primary caregiver for their brother or sister, but many are unprepared for the responsibility, a new survey finds. The national poll released … Continue reading →

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UPDATE – Research: Easter Seals Study Announcement

Posted on Wednesday, December 5th, 2012

(Chicago, December 5, 2012) — Today, Easter Seals released its Siblings Study to call attention to the experiences of siblings as caregivers as well as the services and supports families need. The Study, conducted by Ipsos and made possible by … Continue reading →

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Research: Easter Seals Sibling Study

Posted on Wednesday, December 5th, 2012

Hi everyone- Some of you might remember that the SLN participated in/supported this research study coming from Easter Seals. Hopefully you will find it interesting. Here’s the link- Easter Seals Sibling Study What I find very interesting in particular is … Continue reading →

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