SLN News
Within the these pages you will find information about events, resources, news, advocacy, safety, caregiving, and other related information.
Celebrating National Siblings Day: A Reflection on Being a Sib
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I am so very thankful to be a sib! Although sibship comes with challenges, heartaches, as well as fabulousness, I feel like I am who I am due to this…
Webinar on April 19 – Transitioning Roles from Aging Parents to Siblings of People with I/DD
Transitioning Roles from Aging Parents to Siblings of People with I/DD April 19, 2017 4:00 – 5:00 PM EST Content Overview: As parents of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities…
Siblings Connected at 2017 Disability Policy Seminar
Each year, siblings of people with disabilities in attendance at the Disability Policy Seminar are invited to attend a breakfast to network with other sibs. This year’s breakfast was a…
World Down Syndrome Day 2017 – #MyVoiceMyCommunity
Today, March 21, 2017, is the annual observance of World Down Syndrome Day. This year’s theme is “My Voice, My Community,” focusing on the benefits of inclusive environments for today’s…
Call for Sibling Stories
From Virginia Bassi, Ph.D.: I am a licensed clinical psychologist doing research for a book I am writing on Siblings of Special Needs Children. I have worked with children and families…
Take Action Now to Prevent Medicaid Cuts
Congress is considering a major health reform package that would result in significant cuts to Medicaid. Under the proposed “per capita cap,” federal Medicaid funding would be limited per person.…
Ensemble Studio Theatre/LA presents the West Coast Premiere of Woody’s Order!
Woody’s Order: “When, a nonverbal, highly intelligent, 8 year old with cerebral palsy realizes that something might one day happened to his parents, he ‘orders’ backup. Woody always plans ahead. His…
2017 Family and Individual Needs for Disability Supports (FINDS) Survey
The 2017 FINDS Survey is Here! The Research and Training Center on Community Living at the University of Minnesota in collaboration with The Arc, is seeking caregivers to share their…
2017 SLN National Conference Registration is Open!
The Sibling Leadership Network (SLN) is excited to invite you to the 2017 National SLN Conference in Hartford, CT on June 24 and 25. The conference provides an opportunity for siblings…
Register Now for Sibchats!
SiblingResources.org is an exciting collaboration between Yang-Tan Institute of Cornell University, The Sibling Leadership Network, and SibsNY. Through a grant from NYSDDPC, we are building the community for adult siblings of individuals…