SLN News
Within the these pages you will find information about events, resources, news, advocacy, safety, caregiving, and other related information.
Upcoming Event for Sibs of People with Disabilities in Georgia
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Georgia Sibling Connection has partnered with All About Developmental Disabilities (AADD) to host their first event! When & Where: Sibling Brewery Event Thursday, September 29th 6:00 – 8:00pm Red Brick…
Urge Congress to Pass the RAISE Family Caregivers Act
The importance of family caregivers – including siblings – has been gaining more attention on Capitol Hill. In 2015, bipartisan members of Congress created the Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) Caucus.…
Calling New Jersey Sibs: Apply for New Jersey Partners in Policymaking
The New Jersey Partners in Policymaking program is currently accepting applications. Led by the The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities at Rutgers University, the goal of this 8-month leadership development and advocacy…
Resource: The PRACTICAL Tool for Lawyers – Steps in Supporting Decision-Making
The PRACTICAL Tool aims to help lawyers identify and implement decision-making options for people with disabilities that are less restrictive than guardianship. It is a joint product of four American…
A Sister Shares Why Her Brother with Down Syndrome Isn’t “Cute”
In this blog post for the Ruderman Family Foundation, Maggie Heffernan, who has a brother with Down syndrome, shares the importance of changing the rhetoric around Down syndrome in order…
Siblings Can Play a Role in Advocating for Ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Former Senator Tom Harkin is a sibling of a man who is deaf and a dedicated ally to the disability community. In this video from the Centre for Disability Law and…
Disability Voting Resource: 10 Tips for Voters With Disabilities
The U.S. Election Assistance Commission, created a quick reference guide with 10 tips for voters with disabilities. The tips include information on topics such as registering to vote, accessibility of polling places, and…
Gems of Wisdom from a Young Sibling
Kaya Cosgrove is an eloquent 10-year-old young lady and the sister of two brothers who have autism. She serves as a member of the children’s advisory council at Holland Bloorview…
Webinar on August 8 – From Theory to Practice: Supported Decision-Making and Community-Based Supports
From Theory to Practice: Supported Decision-Making and Community Based Supports August 8, 2016 1:00 – 2:30pm EST “To achieve the promise of community integration, we must ensure that older adults…
Sibling Leadership Network 2015-2016 Annual Accomplishments
It’s been another incredible year for the Sibling Leadership Network (SLN). As a leader in the sibling movement, the SLN has focused on continuing to connect with siblings across the…