SLN News
Within the these pages you will find information about events, resources, news, advocacy, safety, caregiving, and other related information.
Gaining a Voice in Advocacy Through the Sibling Leadership Network
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Don Meyer, director, Sibling Support Project and creator of the Sibshop program, shares the importance of the SLN: In the United States, there are millions of siblings of people with disabilities.…
Finding Support Through the Sibling Leadership Network
This holiday season, Ed O’Neill, SLN Board Member, reflects on the importance of the SLN: It was always just the two of us – my sister, Jacqueline, and I –…
Research – Call for Participants in Study of Sibling Caregivers
Rick Glaesser, a social work doctoral student at the University of South Florida, is seeking study participants for research on the effects on siblings who become the primary caregiver to and…
Support the Accomplishments of the Sibling Leadership Network this Holiday Season
Happy holiday season to you and your family! 2015 has been a year filled with accomplishments for the Sibling Leadership Network, and we invite you to read our 2015 Annual…
Sister Challenges Perspectives on Down Syndrome
Lucy, a sibling of a woman named Emily, who has Down syndrome, shares her perspective on why her sister is far more than just “special.” This blog post is poignant…
Support the Sibling Leadership Network While Shopping on Amazon
Still doing some online holiday shopping this year? Why not support the Sibling Leadership Network at no extra cost to you by using  the Amazon Smile program? https://smile.amazon.com/ Simply log in…
WBZ/CBS Boston Features Sibling Support Program at UMass Medical School/Cambridge Health Alliance
WBZ/CBS Boston recently featured a wonderful news segment on the Sibling Support Program at UMass Medical School/Cambridge Health Alliance. This program is spearheaded by Emily Rubin, a member of the…
Sibling Leadership Network Members Represented at Association of University Centers on Disabilities Conference
Members of the Sibling Leadership Network from across the United States recently attended the 2015 Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) conference and it was a great success! The…
Calling Sibs in Pennsylvania: Participate in Focus Group on 12/17
Group of Diverse Hands Together Calling all Siblings of People with Disabilities in PA: Be part of a focus group to help us better understand the needs of siblings of…
Vermont Developmental Disabilities Council Hiring Executive Director
The Vermont Developmental Disabilities Council is hiring an Executive Director. DEADLINE to apply is January 22, 2016. “We are seeking an Executive Director who has the skill, passion, and diplomacy…