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Voting Resources

Voting is a powerful way to shape the future of our community and country. It gives us a voice in decisions that affect our daily lives – from healthcare and education to justice and environmental policies. Every vote counts, and when we all participate, we ensure that our government reflects the needs and values of…
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Ethical Considerations and Policy Recommendations Impacting Sibling Caregivers

The Sibling Leadership Network: Ethical Considerations and Policy Recommendations Impacting Sibling Caregivers The Sibling Leadership Network (SLN) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting siblings of individuals with disabilities. Siblings play an important role as caregivers in the disability community, but also deserve to be recognized as individuals with their owns needs, identities, and roles.…
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Resources for Air Travel

August is one of the busiest travel months, and navigating air travel can be a challenge for anyone. For individuals with disabilities—and their siblings who care for them—it can require extra preparation and awareness. We have put together a list of resources to help advocate effectively with siblings, plan meticulously, and travel confidently. 1. An…
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Resources for BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month & Disability Pride Month

July is a month of powerful intersections as we celebrate both BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month and Disability Pride Month. This month, we honor the resilience and diversity of our communities. We gathered a number of resources to shine the light on the significance of both occasions: 1. National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) –…
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April is Stress Awareness Month

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,…
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Book Recommendations from the Sibling Community

This week, we’d like to feature two book recommendations* from our friends at The Sibling Support Project.  The Sibling Survival Guide: Indispensable Information for Brothers and Sisters of Adults with Disabilities Edited by Don Meyer and Emily Holl.  Written for teenage and adult brothers and sisters of people with disabilities, this book hopes to provide the…
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Resource Spotlight: CFPB Guides for Managing Someone Else’s Money

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…
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Video Resources for Sibs

Courtesy of Massachusetts Sibling Support Network (MSSN), this resource spotlight features MSSN’s video library for sibs. Their videos cover topics such as future planning, family dynamics, and Massachusetts state services. For more resources from MSSN, please visit their website: https://www.masiblingsupport.org/resource-library
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Resource Spotlight: The Arc of Ohio Website

Courtesy of SLN’s state chapter, Ohio Sibs, our resource spotlight this week is the Arc of Ohio’s website. The Arc of Ohio is a grassroots organization that advocates for human rights, personal dignity and community participation of individuals with developmental disabilities through legislative and social action, information and education, and family involvement. The Arc of…
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SLN PODCAST #31: More on Self-care & a Guided Meditation for Sibs

A guided meditation just for sibs! This episode we discuss more about self-care and have a guided practice, just for sibs! SLN’s Communications Consultant, Patricia Repolda, tells us all about SLN’s new sibling self-care toolkit & workbook.  Then Kaley Day of Rocky Mountain Sibs guides us through a guided meditation specifically for sibs.    Access the transcript of this episode…
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