SLN News
Within the these pages you will find information about events, resources, news, advocacy, safety, caregiving, and other related information.
New Video from The Arc Highlights Why FMLA Must Include Siblings
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A new video from The Arc of the United States highlights why paid leave is a vital tool for families, including siblings, and people with disabilities. At some point almost…
Sibling Self-Care During the Holidays
In this video, Shruti Tekwani offers insights about self-care around the holidays as a sibling.
Supporting the Sibling Leadership Network is Easy this Holiday Season!
The Sibling Leadership Network is pleased to share that this year, an anonymous donor will be matching up to $3,000 in donations to our organization through the end of December.…
SLN Members Take Part in Families Special Interest Group of the International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
From Sandy Magaña, Ph.D., MSW: The Families Special Interest Group of the International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IASSIDD) had a great turnout at the…
Announcing Elections for SLN 2020 Executive Committee
Dear Sibling Leadership Network Membership, It is time for our SLN Executive Committee Elections! This year we are accepting nominations for two positions: Vice Chair and Treasurer. A description of…
SLN Representative Tamar Heller Presents at Raise Family Caregiving Advisory Council Meeting
Tamar Heller, the Sibling Leadership Network’s Representative at the University of Illinois – Chicago, was invited in August to attend the Family Caregiving Advisory Council (FCAC) meeting in Washington, D.C.…
Job Opportunity: Communications Consultant for the Sibling Leadership Network!
The Sibling Leadership Network has an exciting job opportunity open now! Apply to be our Communications Consultant, a role that is integral to the work and mission of the SLN.…
Recognizing National Family Caregiver Month 2019
November is National Family Caregivers Month. This year, the theme is #BeCareCurious. Click here to learn more about the theme. The Sibling Leadership Network recognizes the siblings who support their…
It’s the Season of Giving! Will You Support the Sibling Leadership Network?
With November upon us, the Sibling Leadership Network is celebrating a season of thankfulness and giving. We are so grateful for for the support of our network, and honored to…
Increase in Developmental Disability Diagnoses
The number of American children with developmental disabilities “increased significantly” in recent years, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Click here to learn…