“Precisely John” – A New Book by Sib Catherine Miller

September 19, 2016

Catherine Miller shares her sibling experience in her new book, Precisely John: A Journey of Autism, Love, Laughter, and Faith. Of her story, Catherine says: “My older brother was on the autism spectrum, although we didn’t know that until he was in his thirties. He passed away in 2007 at age 52. We were raised in…

Upcoming Event for Sibs of People with Disabilities in Georgia

September 18, 2016

Georgia Sibling Connection has partnered with All About Developmental Disabilities (AADD) to host their first event! When & Where: Sibling Brewery Event Thursday, September 29th 6:00 – 8:00pm Red Brick Brewery 2323 Defoor Hills Rd, NW Atlanta, GA 30318 $20 per ticket To join, visit:

Urge Congress to Pass the RAISE Family Caregivers Act

September 12, 2016

The importance of family caregivers – including siblings – has been gaining more attention on Capitol Hill. In 2015, bipartisan members of Congress created the Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) Caucus. Later that year, Senators Baldwin (D-WI) and Collins (R-ME) and Representatives Harper (R-MS) and Castor (D-FL) introduced the Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage (RAISE)…

Calling New Jersey Sibs: Apply for New Jersey Partners in Policymaking

September 8, 2016

The New Jersey Partners in Policymaking program is currently accepting applications. Led by the The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities at Rutgers University, the goal of this 8-month leadership development and advocacy education program for adults with developmental disabilities and family members is to prepare the next generation of disability advocates to work toward meaningful change in our…

Resource: The PRACTICAL Tool for Lawyers – Steps in Supporting Decision-Making

September 2, 2016

The PRACTICAL Tool aims to help lawyers identify and implement decision-making options for people with disabilities that are less restrictive than guardianship. It is a joint product of four American Bar Association entities – the Commission on Law and Aging, Commission on Disability Rights, Section on Civil Rights and Social Justice, and Section on Real…

A Sister Shares Why Her Brother with Down Syndrome Isn’t “Cute”

August 22, 2016

In this blog post for the Ruderman Family Foundation, Maggie Heffernan, who has a brother with Down syndrome, shares the importance of changing the rhetoric around Down syndrome in order to change perceptions. Read the incredibly poignant, insightful blog post: “My Brother Is Not Cute – He’s a Badass“

Siblings Can Play a Role in Advocating for Ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

August 19, 2016

Former Senator Tom Harkin is a sibling of a man who is deaf and a dedicated ally to the disability community. In this video from the Centre for Disability Law and Policy (CDLP) Summer School hosted at NUI Galway, Senator Harkin shares his sibling story, talks about the history of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and emphasizes…

Disability Voting Resource: 10 Tips for Voters With Disabilities

August 15, 2016

The U.S. Election Assistance Commission, created a quick reference guide with 10 tips for voters with disabilities. The tips include information on topics such as registering to vote, accessibility of polling places, and knowing your rights. Check out the guide: 10 Tips for Voters With Disabilities

Gems of Wisdom from a Young Sibling

August 5, 2016

Kaya Cosgrove is an eloquent 10-year-old young lady and the sister of two brothers who have autism. She serves as a member of the children’s advisory council at Holland Bloorview Kid’s Rehabilitation Hospital, and shared her experiences in an interview for the hospital’s website, providing gems of wisdom along the way. Read the interview: This…

Webinar on August 8 – From Theory to Practice: Supported Decision-Making and Community-Based Supports

August 3, 2016

From Theory to Practice: Supported Decision-Making and Community Based Supports August 8, 2016 1:00 – 2:30pm EST “To achieve the promise of community integration, we must ensure that older adults and people with disabilities are given full and equal opportunities to live, work, receive needed supports, and manage their own lives in the places and…

“Precisely John” – A New Book by Sib Catherine Miller

Upcoming Event for Sibs of People with Disabilities in Georgia

Urge Congress to Pass the RAISE Family Caregivers Act

Calling New Jersey Sibs: Apply for New Jersey Partners in Policymaking

Resource: The PRACTICAL Tool for Lawyers – Steps in Supporting Decision-Making

A Sister Shares Why Her Brother with Down Syndrome Isn’t “Cute”

Siblings Can Play a Role in Advocating for Ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Disability Voting Resource: 10 Tips for Voters With Disabilities

Gems of Wisdom from a Young Sibling

Webinar on August 8 – From Theory to Practice: Supported Decision-Making and Community-Based Supports

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