Happy New Year from SLN!

January 1, 2021

Dear SLN Members and Supporters, Happy New Year! This past year was incredibly challenging for everyone, as we learned how to navigate our new “normal.” As siblings, we learned to navigate this for ourselves as well as our sisters and brothers. In such an uncertain time, I am honored to be assuming the role of…

The Arc’s December Sibling Scene

December 23, 2020

This month’s Sibling Scene from the Arc has some pretty exciting news and events. Have you checked it out yet? Read it here! Join the SLN newsletter for even more news and events!

2021 SLN National Conference – Save the Date!

October 27, 2020

2021 SLN National Conference – Save the Date! We are ecstatic to announce our 8th National Conference! Our 2021 National Sibling Leadership Network Conference on June 18 through 20, 2021 will take place in Jacksonville, FL and nationwide, virtually. With the unique challenges facing our world, this Conference, our 8th, will be our most innovative and important…

Autism Spectrum News: SIBLING ISSUE

October 2, 2020

Autism Spectrum News just released its 50th issue and it is all about sibs! Find 20+ articles about sibling stories, resources and more in this amazing sibling issue! Check out these articles by our SLN family: Adult Sibling Support by our Associate Director, Amy Halm Siblings: Common Concerns and Effective Support Strategies by SLN Board…

Americans with Disabilities Need More Support During Pandemic, Say Advocates

June 22, 2020

Siblings of individuals with disabilities understand all too well that Americans with disabilities need more support during this pandemic. Watch this spotlight on this issue on PBS News Hour. See this and more in our COVID-19 Resource Center.

News: Autism can have large effects, good and bad, on a disabled child’s siblings

September 4, 2012

From the Washington Post… -John By: Ranit Mishori One of the least fun moments I recall from my years of growing up with an autistic brother was when he bit me on the cheek — just in time for my class photo. I was 12 and he was 11. I went into school with visible bite…

Story: My Brother’s Valuable Life

January 16, 2012

Thanks Rachel Simon for posting this… -John ” How does one measure whether a life was a success, or a failure? Some would measure it by recognition, that is, how many knew the person’s name. For others, the measure of a successful life would be the amount of wealth accumulated, or possessions held. Still others…

Happy New Year from SLN!

The Arc’s December Sibling Scene

2021 SLN National Conference – Save the Date!

Autism Spectrum News: SIBLING ISSUE

Americans with Disabilities Need More Support During Pandemic, Say Advocates

News: Autism can have large effects, good and bad, on a disabled child’s siblings

Story: My Brother’s Valuable Life

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