Sproutflix – Films Featuring People with Developmental Disabilities

August 26, 2020

Sproutflix has released part of its catalog for FREE! Sign up and get free streaming videos featuring stories of people with developmental disabilities and their siblings! “Sproutflix hosts the largest and most diverse assortment of films featuring people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) on the marketplace. Since its creation in 2009, our online catalog…

Starting the Conversation: Future Planning and Siblings of People with IDD

August 21, 2020

SLN’s Exectutive Director Katie Arnold & SLN Member Tamar Heller lay out an amazing, in-depth overview of what Future Planning is and where siblings can get started. Even if you’ve already started your Future Planning journey, check out this article in Impact: Starting the Conversation: Future Planning and Siblings of People with IDD “Although many…

Siblings: In Different Boats, Weathering the Same Storm Together

August 20, 2020

Lindsay Hyland, SLN Chapter Rep from SibsNY shares her sibling story and talks about the importance of sibling connections and resources. Check it out! Thank you Lindsay! Lindsay and her sister Julia Find this and more on our Siblings Stories page.

How Autism Shapes Sibling Relationships

August 19, 2020

If you haven’t already seen this article, we highly recommend it! How autism shapes sibling relationships is the story of one very dedicated sibling and a closer look at how a sibling’s support impacts those on the Autism spectrum. “Having an autistic brother or sister can pose challenges, but it can also make children patient, empathetic…

Mental Health Crossroads Podcast Interview with SLN’s Emma Shouse Garton

August 17, 2020

A wonderful podcast by Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities National Training Center, led by sibling Jeff Sheen interviewing Emma Shouse Garton, who is the SLN Co-Chair of Chapter Development and Leader of Tennessee Adult Brothers and Sisters (TABS). Thank you Emma & Jeff! Evan & Emma Thanksgiving 2019 Evan and Emma on a walk Find this and more…

Too Many Losses

August 13, 2020

SLN Illinois Chapter Representative, Nora Fox Handler tells Impact her moving story of loss and how it empowers her work to improve grief resources and encourage other sibs to plan for the future. Thank you for sharing Nora! Read Too Many Losses. Nora and brother Patrick. Nora and brother Michael. Find more on our Siblings…

Debunking the Myths of Supported Decision-Making and Guardianship Webinar

August 12, 2020

Webinar alert! Debunking the Myths of Supported Decision-Making and Guardianship A webinar by The Arc Tuesday, September 8 at 2:00 p.m. ET People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) have the same right to make decisions about their lives as people without disabilities. However, their ability to make their own decisions is often questioned by…

#WithNotFor: The Importance of Inclusivity in Research

August 10, 2020

Olivia Najdovski with the Samuel Centre for Social Connectedness and Special Olympics athlete and Board Member, Ben Haack, tell us about the importance of inclusion in research. This article introduces an inclusive study they are conducting to survey people with IDD about their experiences with siblings. Photo credit: Special Olympics International, Department of Global Youth Engagement #WithNotFor:…

Siblings Supporting Siblings in India

August 6, 2020

A new group of siblings has started doing some great work this year in India! Saarthi is helping sibs find and support each other. Check out all the fun and informative work Saarthi has been doing on their Facebook Page, Instagram and their Youtube Channel. “Saarthi (meaning Charioteer): Sibling Support Network India is a community…

Siblings with a Mission: Helping Siblings Find Support

August 5, 2020

SLN Board Member, Nathan Grant, tells Impact about his work as Founder and President of Siblings with a Mission. “Siblings with a Mission is an international, nonprofit organization that supports siblings who have brothers and sisters with developmental disabilities and complex health conditions. We provide resources for siblings of all ages and those who support…

Sproutflix – Films Featuring People with Developmental Disabilities

Starting the Conversation: Future Planning and Siblings of People with IDD

Siblings: In Different Boats, Weathering the Same Storm Together

How Autism Shapes Sibling Relationships

Mental Health Crossroads Podcast Interview with SLN’s Emma Shouse Garton

Too Many Losses

Debunking the Myths of Supported Decision-Making and Guardianship Webinar

#WithNotFor: The Importance of Inclusivity in Research

Siblings Supporting Siblings in India

Siblings with a Mission: Helping Siblings Find Support

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