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A Strong Sibling Bond: Amy and Emily’s Story

by Amy Halm I love Thanksgiving because it provides the opportunity for me to look around the table and be grateful for each and every family member.  This is a special Thanksgiving for me because for the first time in 22 years, I will not have to get on an airplane to celebrate the holiday…
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Why We Need Your Support for the SLN During the 2016 Holiday Season

Dear SLN Members and Supporters: I hope all of you are anticipating a holiday season filled with love and family fun. This is the time of year that can become very stressful, but we all should pause to remember what is important about it. Please, make it a time to re-connect, to relax, and to…
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Sibling Resource Spotlight – Sibshops: Workshops for Siblings of Children with Special Needs

If you’re searching for a resource to organize a fun, educational workshop for siblings of children with disabilities, look no further than Sibshops: Workshops for Siblings of Children with Special Needs! Developed by Don Meyer and Patricia Vadasy, “Sibshops is filled with straightforward instructions, photocopiable forms, more than 100 fun games and activities, and sage guidance…
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Resources for Siblings of People with Disabilities

The Sibling Leadership Network has compiled a helpful list of resources that siblings of people with disabilities can download and save for reference. Check out this resource guide for information on sibling support, connecting with other siblings, and reading material for siblings. Click here for Resources for Siblings of People with Disabilities.
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It’s Time to REV UP the Disability Vote

Tomorrow is Election Day, and that means it’s more important than ever to get out the disability vote. Check out the resources provided by the American Association of People with Disabilities and… REV UP the Disability Vote!
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AAPD Shares Clinton and Trump Campaign Responses on Disability Issues

The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) sent out a REV UP Presidential Candidate Questionnaire to all of the candidates. To provide a comparison of the candidates’ responses, AAPD compiled the answers side-by-side. Read: Clinton and Trump Responses to the REV UP Presidential Candidate Questionnaire
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Honoring National Disability Employment Awareness Month – Danny’s Story

To wrap up National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the SLN is featuring one more PSA about employment of people with disabilities. Today, we’re sharing Danny’s story. This video was created by John Kramer. He is currently Knowledge Translation Manager and Research Associate at the Institute for Community Inclusion. His work has expanded into investigating family involvement…
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Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the SLN at the 2017 Conference!

Is the next Sibling Leadership Network National Conference on your calendar? It’s taking place on June 24 & 25, 2017 in Hartford, Connecticut. We’re excited to be celebrating the 10th anniversary of the SLN at the conference! Stay tuned for more details as the conference gets closer.
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