Sibling Perspective on Supported Decision-Making

December 20, 2013

Barb and her brother Nick Barb Sapharas, a leader of the Sibling Leadership Network (SLN) and Ohio SIBS, has worked in the field of developmental disabilities for over 37 years. Her youngest brother, Nick, had cerebral palsy and needed total supports. She used person centered tools to enhance his quality of life and support his…

SLN Offers Insight in National Disability Policy Report

December 4, 2013

The National Council on Disability recently released their Disability Policy Progress Report. This report summarizes the current status of laws and policies serving Americans with Disabilities, and makes recommendations for future policy development and advocacy. The SLN has a great quote on page 77 of the report: “Reinforcing the point that you don’t have to be…

The SLN is Thankful for You!

November 28, 2013

Dear Sibling Leadership Network Supporter, Thanksgiving is a time of joyful celebration with family and friends. A time when we come together to reflect with gratitude on the blessing we have received over the past year and beyond. It is also a time to reflect on the deep bonds between siblings and other family members.…

SLN’s Executive Director Named Young Professional of the Year!

November 27, 2013

Katie Arnold, SLN’s Executive Director, was honored by the Association of Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) as the Young Professional of the Year. Katie’s advocacy, commitment and promise was commended. Katie’s passion for working with people with disabilities stems from her experience with her sister who has an intellectual disability. Katie recognized a need to support other siblings of people with…

Give Thanks!

November 25, 2013

A Letter from the Chair of the Sibling Leadership Network Shea Tanis, SLN Chair, and her brother Dear Sibling Leadership Network Supporter, Thanksgiving is a time of joyful celebration with family and friends. A time when we come together to reflect with gratitude on the blessing we have received over the past year and beyond.…

SLN Celebrates National Caregivers Month!

November 25, 2013

The SLN recognizes family caregivers and direct support professionals as an essential component in improving the quality of life with and for our brothers and sisters with disabilities. As Don Meyer often says, siblings of people with disabilities can often be caught in the “club sandwich” generation with caring for their aging parents, children, and…

Archived Webinar: The Affordable Care Act: For Sibs, By Sibs

November 7, 2013

Access the SLN’s webinar, The ACA: Sorting it All Out For Sibs here. Many thanks to the presenters, Rachel, Kristina and Angela. Once again, we want to thank AUCD for allowing us to use their webinar platform. Participants asked a lot of great questions throughout to make sure sibs have the information that they need. This…

Are you a Social Media Wizard? Do you enjoy giving your time to important causes?

November 6, 2013

You might be an excellent candidate to become the SLN’s Communications Technology Volunteer! The Sibling Leadership Network (SLN) seeks a Communications Technology volunteer to assist with technical aspects of our communications. Our communications hub is our WordPress website, which also has a blog function. We are looking for someone who has experience using WordPress, especially…

Reminder: ACA Webinar For Sibs, By Sibs!

November 4, 2013

Date and Time: Wednesday, November 6th, 7pm ET (6pm CT, 5pm MT, 4pm PT) Registration is FREE—sign up here: Wondering what the ACA means for your sibling and your family? The Sibling Leadership Network brings you a webinar focused on what siblings need to know. Open enrollment in the Health Insurance Marketplaces began on October…

Support the Vote – Election Day is Tuesday, November 5th!

November 1, 2013

The Sibling Leadership Network (SLN) is committed to supporting our brothers and sisters with disabilities’ right to vote. We have gathered resources to help siblings support voter education and turnout for their sibs with disabilities, including an original SLN video! For those voting on Election Day and in the future, check out our Voting Center…

Sibling Perspective on Supported Decision-Making

SLN Offers Insight in National Disability Policy Report

The SLN is Thankful for You!

SLN’s Executive Director Named Young Professional of the Year!

Give Thanks!

SLN Celebrates National Caregivers Month!

Archived Webinar: The Affordable Care Act: For Sibs, By Sibs

Are you a Social Media Wizard? Do you enjoy giving your time to important causes?

Reminder: ACA Webinar For Sibs, By Sibs!

Support the Vote – Election Day is Tuesday, November 5th!

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