George Mason University Research Opportunity

June 29, 2025

This study, “Painting the Future Together,” is a project at George Mason University aiming to understand how Asian families support their family members with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), including intellectual disabilities, autism, or cerebral palsy, during significant life transitions. These transitions encompass moving from early intervention to preschool special education, entering elementary school, or graduating…

SibThrive Spring Registration Now Open

March 3, 2025

SibThrive aspires to embrace, celebrate, and elevate the sibling community’s collective wellness—one person at a time. It offers the opportunity to raise your personal standards through intentional growth, meaningful healing, and unparalleled community support. At its core, SibThrive believes that when we take care of ourselves first, those we love and care for benefit as…

Different Types of Social Support

June 24, 2024

A support network is vital for sibs. When facing challenges, stress, or difficult times, having people who can provide information, empathize, listen, and provide comfort can significantly reduce emotional distress for sibs. It can help alleviate stress knowing that you’re not alone and that there are people willing to help can reduce the feeling of…

April is Stress Awareness Month

April 17, 2024

April is recognized as National Stress Awareness Month to bring attention to the impact of stress. It’s essential to recognize the signs of stress to take proactive steps toward managing it effectively. Here are some common signs of stress to look out for: Physical Symptoms: Keep an eye out for physical signs such as headaches,…

Resource Spotlight: CFPB Guides for Managing Someone Else’s Money

February 1, 2024

This week, we would like to highlight The Consumer Finance Protection Bureau’s Managing Someone Else’s Money series. They have four easy-to-understand guides to help financial caregivers understand their duties, watch for scams and exploitation, and learn where to turn for help. Separate guides are available (in PDF) for powers of attorney, court-appointed guardians, trustees, and…

SLN Vice Chair: Lisa Matthews

January 31, 2024

The Sibling Leadership Network welcomes Lisa Matthews as the new Vice Chair of SLN’s Board of Directors. Lisa Matthews is a native Washingtonian. She currently works as a Chief Grants and Compliance Officer for a national non-profit organization where her personal passion is aligned with its mission to strengthen communities. For over 20 years, she…

The SLN Welcomes Missouri Sibling Leadership Network

January 22, 2024

Please join us in extending a warm welcome to the Missouri Sibling Leadership Network! The Missouri Sibling Leadership Network (MO SLN) is a group of adult siblings that started working toward developing a chapter last August. MO SLN meets the second Tuesday of every month for chapter development meetings, social groups, and support groups. They…

Happy New Year!

December 31, 2023

As we bid goodbye to 2023, we find ourselves grateful for the incredible community surrounding us. We extend our deepest thanks to each and every individual who has contributed to the success and vibrancy of the SLN community. Your unwavering support, active participation, and genuine camaraderie make SLN a thriving and inclusive space for sibs. …

Support the Work of SLN this Giving Tuesday

November 27, 2023

Over the past year, at the Sibling Leadership Network, we have increased our network to reach over 11,600 siblings, grown our monthly podcast to over 3,000 downloads, developed policy briefs highlighting legislation significant to siblings, continued and developed new partnerships with leading national disability organizations, and provided resources, education, and peer support to numerous individuals…

SLN is Accepting Nominations for Vice Chair

November 14, 2023

The Sibling Leadership Network (SLN) is seeking a leader on the SLN Board of Directors. Our SLN Board is composed of a dedicated group of volunteers from across the country. We welcome siblings and sibling supporters to help us chart the future of the organization. The SLN is accepting nominations for Vice Chair of the…

George Mason University Research Opportunity

SibThrive Spring Registration Now Open

April is Stress Awareness Month

Resource Spotlight: CFPB Guides for Managing Someone Else’s Money

SLN Vice Chair: Lisa Matthews

The SLN Welcomes Missouri Sibling Leadership Network

Happy New Year!

Support the Work of SLN this Giving Tuesday

SLN is Accepting Nominations for Vice Chair

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