SLN News
Within the these pages you will find information about events, resources, news, advocacy, safety, caregiving, and other related information.
Sibs in the City
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An event for siblings from Illinois and Wisconsin to network, learn and have fun. If you live in Illinois or Wisconsin and have a sibling with a disability, come join us.…
Raising Renee
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…
Cowboy Song
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…
Action Alert: FY 2012 House Budget Resolution
If this gets passed, it will have big time ramifications for our brothers and sisters with disabilities and, by extension, us. Please consider calling. -John TO: AUCD Network FROM: Kim…
SLN Celebrates National Sibling Day
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…
Kate and Dave soon to be at Temple University: Lecture Series on Disabilities
Go see Kate Fialkowski, (Kennedy Fellow and, of course, SLN Vice Chair) and her brother Dave. Looks like a great event! -J Pleased to announce Dave and Kate to host…
A day to appreciate a difference
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…
Announcing the Riot 2011 National Conversation Series: Who’s in Charge?
The Riot’s 2011 National Conversation series provides a forum for self-advocate leaders to talk about: What gets in the way of people being in charge of their own lives and…
Event reminder- The journey ahead: Pathways to Sibhood
Come join us for a day of networking, knowledge, and connections. Learn how to talk about and plan for the future, meet other adults with siblings, hear about ways to stay involved,…
They’re your parents too!
Just heard a webinar by Francine Russo. I thought you might find it interesting because many of you, while familiar with supporting your brother or sister with a disability, are…