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Surprise! Ashton Kutcher Has a Twin Brother

September 9, 2011
A number of roles come to mind when you hear the name Ashton Kutcher: “Punk’d” host, Demi Moore’s 15-years-junior husband; “Dude Where’s My Car?” thespian; Kelso from “That ’70s Show;” former Hollywood gadabout; and now, of course, Charlie Sheen’s replacement on “Two and a Half Men.” One role that might not come to mind, however,…
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The Arc of King County sibling video

September 1, 2011
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Life rearranged blog post about siblings

August 29, 2011
An interesting story about siblings from a parents perspective… “She belongs to an elite group….this daughter of ours. Kaia is an older sibling to a child with special needs. Those siblings make up an elite group. At least in my eyes. She sometimes goes without because of Blake’s disability, without much complaining. She carries a…
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The Sibling Experience: What Parents Need to Know

June 17, 2011
By Janet Thibeau, Massachusetts Sibling Support Network What’s it like to be a sibling who has a brother or sister with a disability? The good news is many develop into happy, compassionate, and insightful individuals. However, it can be difficult for a parent to know and anticipate all of the challenges involved in supporting their…
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Raising Renee

May 2, 2011
Here’s another sib story… RAISING RENEE begins in 2003 as Beverly McIver is savoring opening night of her first solo art show in New York. A talented painter and winner of major awards, her career was skyrocketing. She flew in her mother Ethel, a maid from Greensboro, North Carolina  and her sister Renee, 43, who is…
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Cowboy Song

May 2, 2011
Westerns have helped America define itself—stories of men and violence set along an imagined frontier. But what relationship can they have to Bill, 62, and his profoundly brain damaged brother Mike, 48, in the modern San Francisco Bay Area? In 2000, filmmaker Marie Regan begins filming her father, Bill, as he takes over responsibility for…
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SLN Celebrates National Sibling Day

April 6, 2011
Dear sibs and friends, As you may know, Sunday, April 10th celebrates National Sibling Day. In honor of this event, the Sibling Leadership Network wants to post your thoughts on what it means to be a brother or sister! If you need help getting started, here are some prompts that might help: “National Sibling Day…
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A day to appreciate a difference

March 21, 2011
Kristen Franks loves her sister Jacqueline. She loves her wit and her compassion and her work ethic and her tenacity. She loves that Jacqueline has a job where she is valued and appreciated, and that the people she works with respect and admire her. Kristen’s love for Jacqueline is full of quiet pride. See all…
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Family Network TV episode about Sibshops

March 10, 2011
Our dear friend Mary McHugh is hosting a show on Family Network TV. For those of you who have not heard about this, here’s some background info: “Susan Stephens, in an effort to have a positive impact on the special needs community and a grandmother of 7, her oldest grandson is diagnosed with cerebral palsy,…
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Eva Longoria talking about her sister

March 1, 2011
Eva Longoria, talking about having a sister with I/DD: Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy
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💙 In honor of National Siblings Day, we invited siblings of people with disabilities to share their stories.What came through is a collection of voices reflecting the full range of this experience. From everyday moments to what’s often misunderstood, these stories speak to what shapes us, challenges us, and brings us joy. There is no single way to tell these stories- and that’s what makes them so meaningful. ✨We’re deeply grateful to everyone who shared. Thank you for trusting us with your experiences. 💙If you see yourself in these stories, you’re not alone. 🤍 📖 Read the full collection here:siblingleadership.org/2026/04/09/stories-from-siblings-national-siblings-day-2026/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Happy National Siblings Day 💙Today, we celebrate the full experience of being a sibling - the love, the complexity, the joy, the responsibility, and everything in between. ✨At the Sibling Leadership Network, we honor you not just for what you do, but for who you are. Your voice, your story, and your experiences matter. We invite you to hold space for yourself and celebrate your journey.For National Siblings Day, we are kicking off our 'Celebrating Sibling Voices' series featuring stories from siblings all over the network. We will be highlighting these stories not just today but all spring long! If you feel called to share your story, we would love to hear from you: forms.gle/r4i4nkdHTgWKUF767 ... See MoreSee Less

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Happy National Siblings Day! Today gives us a chance to celebrate siblings of people with disabilities, mental health needs, and higher support needs as whole people. Being a sibling is part of your story, but it is not the only thing that defines you. Siblings are people with their own goals, identities, relationships, and experiences. Today is about recognizing all of that. It is about honoring the strength, empathy, humor, honesty, and complexity that siblings bring into their everyday lives. All of it matters. And we hope that today you find a little time to celebrate you: as a sib, as a part of this community, and as a whole person.🩵 Kaitlin McNamara, SLN Executive Director ... See MoreSee Less

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What's the best way to celebrate Sibs for National Siblings Day? Launch a podcast for Sibs, by Sibs, of course!! Our collaboration with creator and host Sheena Brevig, Sib as a Human, dropped its first episode this morning.🤩 SLN's Executive Director, Kaitlin McNamara, is the first guest and she shares more personal stories of her own sibling journey than ever before. 🎧Listen wherever you get your podcasts (pod.link/1889642805) or watch on YouTube! 🎙New episodes every other Thursday!! www.youtube.com/watch?v=_T1LD_mcJSk ... See MoreSee Less

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The identity you never had a name for.What does it really mean to grow up as the sibling of someone with a disability — not just as a caregiver, but as a who...

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🌸 This spring, SLN’s Co-Chair for Policy & Advocacy, Tiffany Banks, joined nearly 900 advocates in Washington, D.C. for the Disability Policy Seminar.Held March 23–24, the event brought together self-advocates, families, and professionals for learning and direct advocacy on Capitol Hill. This year also introduced the DPS Academy, featuring plain-language resources on topics like Medicaid, education, and federal funding.Read Tiffany’s full reflections and key takeaways:siblingleadership.org/2026/04/03/disability-policy-seminar-debrief/ ... See MoreSee Less

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With National Siblings Day coming up on April 10, we’re inviting siblings of people with disabilities to share their stories.Your experience matters - whether it feels joyful, complicated, funny, exhausting, meaningful… or all of the above.You might share:✨ What being a sibling means to you✨ A small, everyday moment that captures your relationship✨ Something people often misunderstand about your experience✨ What has shaped you, challenged you, or brought you joyThere’s no right way to share - write as much or as little as you’d like. Your voice is welcome here.Thank you for being part of this community. 💛Share your story: forms.gle/hRdHGTP3k1LtV9FY7 ... See MoreSee Less

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✨ Our friends at @Ohio SIBS have exciting events coming up in the next couple of months! For more information, please visit their website:www.ohiosibs.org ... See MoreSee Less

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Nobody understands the sibling experience quite like another sib. 💜We’re excited to launch our Virtual Sib Empowerment Meet-Ups — a space to reconnect, share experiences, and build community with others who truly get it.Join us for conversation, reflection, and connection with fellow siblings of people with disabilities.🗓 Saturday, March 7, 2026⏰ 11 AM – 12 PM ETIf you’ve been looking for a space designed just for siblings, we’d love to see you there.🔗 Register here:forms.gle/F3bccZjEgwjciP968 ... See MoreSee Less

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✨ Registration for SibThrive is still open! SibThrive is a 6-week virtual cohort for adult siblings designed to help you build practical tools, emotional support, and a renewed sense of empowerment in a safe and understanding community.Program highlights:• Story sharing and community connection• Boundary setting and resilient thinking• Small cohort format (8–10 participants)• 6 weekly 90-minute sessions• Includes two 1:1 coaching sessions and a companion workbook🗓 Mondays, March 8 – April 13⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM PT💻 Virtual programFacilitated by Heather Dee Frankovich.🔗 Learn more and register:siblingleadership.org/resources/sibthrive/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Join a free virtual training hosted by our friends at Right To Be - formerly Hollaback: Bystander Intervention to Support the Disability Community in Public Spaces📅 March 5, 2026🕕 6:00–7:15 PM ET🎓 Hosted by Right To BeThis interactive 75-minute session will introduce the 5Ds of bystander intervention—practical strategies (distract, delegate, document, delay, and direct) to safely respond when witnessing ableism, harassment, or disrespect toward people with disabilities.Participants will learn how to recognize different forms of harm, understand the impact of intervention, and practice real-life scenarios to build confidence in supporting the disability community.Register here righttobe.org/events/bystander-intervention-to-support-the-disability-community-in-public-spaces-6/ ... See MoreSee Less

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