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Media: Autism’s Invisible Victims: The Siblings

What do you all think about this? It strikes me as a pretty negative assessment? Do you think this type of interpretation is helpful? What would be a better way to frame the sibling experience? Read it here… -John
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Research: Sibling Caregivers Find Responsibilities A Struggle

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 Wednesday indicates that among adult siblings of those with a disability, 23 percent are currently…
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UPDATE – Research: Easter Seals Study Announcement

(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 MassMutual Financial Group, aimed to better understand the implications of adults who have siblings with…
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Research: Easter Seals Sibling Study

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 the issue around feeling “emotionally prepared” more than financially prepared. This really complements the SLN’s…
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