Evolution and Flexibility – Guest Blog by Barb Sapharas

December 30, 2015

As I have reflected back, I realize that I have been involved in sibling support and advocacy for as long as I remember. My brother, Jim, and I always had the attitude of “why can’t Nick do this?” We became very creative at how we made sure Nick could play with us and do what…

Gaining a Voice in Advocacy Through the Sibling Leadership Network

December 28, 2015

Don Meyer, director, Sibling Support Project and creator of the Sibshop program, shares the importance of the SLN: In the United States, there are millions of siblings of people with disabilities. Prior to the creation of the Sibling Leadership Network, there was no organization advocating for policies important to these brothers and sisters. Brothers and sisters…

Finding Support Through the Sibling Leadership Network

December 24, 2015

This holiday season, Ed O’Neill, SLN Board Member, reflects on the importance of the SLN: It was always just the two of us – my sister, Jacqueline, and I – so I knew no other sibling relationship. I had nothing to compare it to; it just was. As we have gotten older, I have become…

Research – Call for Participants in Study of Sibling Caregivers

December 21, 2015

Rick Glaesser, a social work doctoral student at the University of South Florida, is seeking study participants for research on the effects on siblings who become the primary caregiver to and co-reside with their sibling with a developmental disability after transitioning from the parental home. Participation includes 1-2 phone interviews about your experience of the transition itself and…

Support the Accomplishments of the Sibling Leadership Network this Holiday Season

December 18, 2015

Happy holiday season to you and your family! 2015 has been a year filled with accomplishments for the Sibling Leadership Network, and we invite you to read our 2015 Annual Activities and Accomplishments Report. Our work would not be possible without the generous ongoing support of our donors. In the spirit of holiday giving, we hope…

Sister Challenges Perspectives on Down Syndrome

December 16, 2015

Lucy, a sibling of a woman named Emily, who has Down syndrome, shares her perspective on why her sister is far more than just “special.” This blog post is poignant and an important reminder to never underestimate a person with a disability. Read the full post here: I’m Not Cute, I’m a Woman: a sister’s fight…

Support the Sibling Leadership Network While Shopping on Amazon

December 15, 2015

Still doing some online holiday shopping this year? Why not support the Sibling Leadership Network at no extra cost to you by using the Amazon Smile program? https://smile.amazon.com/ Simply log in and make “Sibling Leadership Network” into the search bar. When you shop through our profile, 0.5% of your purchase is automatically donated to the SLN…

WBZ/CBS Boston Features Sibling Support Program at UMass Medical School/Cambridge Health Alliance

December 9, 2015

WBZ/CBS Boston recently featured a wonderful news segment on the Sibling Support Program at UMass Medical School/Cambridge Health Alliance. This program is spearheaded by Emily Rubin, a member of the Massachusetts Sibling Support Network, which is the SLN’s Massachusetts chapter. Be sure to check out the full story here: Matters Of The Mind: Support Program Helps…

Sibling Leadership Network Members Represented at Association of University Centers on Disabilities Conference

December 7, 2015

Members of the Sibling Leadership Network from across the United States recently attended the 2015 Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) conference and it was a great success! The fun started with a sibling gathering as a chance that gave sibling leaders an opportunity to socialize and share the important work they’re doing. Executive…

Calling Sibs in Pennsylvania: Participate in Focus Group on 12/17

December 4, 2015

Group of Diverse Hands Together Calling all Siblings of People with Disabilities in PA: Be part of a focus group to help us better understand the needs of siblings of people with disabilities. What: Focus group discussion for Siblings of people with disabilities in PA When: Thursday, December 17th 6pm-7:30pm Where: On the phone—just call…

Evolution and Flexibility – Guest Blog by Barb Sapharas

Gaining a Voice in Advocacy Through the Sibling Leadership Network

Finding Support Through the Sibling Leadership Network

Research – Call for Participants in Study of Sibling Caregivers

Support the Accomplishments of the Sibling Leadership Network this Holiday Season

Sister Challenges Perspectives on Down Syndrome

Support the Sibling Leadership Network While Shopping on Amazon

WBZ/CBS Boston Features Sibling Support Program at UMass Medical School/Cambridge Health Alliance

Sibling Leadership Network Members Represented at Association of University Centers on Disabilities Conference

Calling Sibs in Pennsylvania: Participate in Focus Group on 12/17

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