Sibling Support Featured on The Better Behavior Show with Dr. Nicole Beurkens

Renowned holistic child psychologist Dr. Nicole Beurkens explores sibling issues and support strategies with our Director, Emily Holl. Dr. Beurkens has dedicated her 22+ year career to providing parents with simple, effective, research-based strategies that get to the root of children’s attention, anxiety, mood, and behavior challenges so they can reach their highest potential. Creator of a multi-disciplinary evaluation and treatment clinic, a best-selling author, published researcher, award-winning therapist, in-demand speaker, international consultant, and experienced mom, Dr. Beurkens is determined to show the world that with healthy foundations in place every child and family can thrive. Listen to the podcast here!

Sibling Support Featured on The Better Behavior Show with Dr. Nicole Beurkens2021-03-15T15:58:53-06:00

Long Island News Radio “DDI on Autism” Sibling Support Interview Part 2

Part 2 of our conversation with Clinical Psychologist Dr. Michael Romas, host of  DDI on Autism on LI News Radio 103.9 in New York! This week we talked about how and why Sibshops have been supporting school-age and teen siblings across the U.S. and around the world for almost 40 years!  Heard every Saturday at 10:00 am on LI News Radio 103.9, 'DDI on Autism' is a 30-minute show that shares and explores all relevant issues related to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We hope you enjoy part 1 and part 2 of this insightful radio show!

Long Island News Radio “DDI on Autism” Sibling Support Interview Part 22021-01-29T02:06:14-07:00

BIPOC Sibling Roundtable 2

The second of a series of discussions with Black, Indigenous, and Other People of Color who have brothers and sisters with special needs. On January 18, MLK, Jr. Day, the Sibling Support Project was thrilled to partner with Special Needs Siblings and the Sibling Leadership Network to co-host this event. This remarkable BIPOC Sibling Roundtable 2 was dedicated to expanding the inclusion and diversity of the sibling support community. The series highlights the experiences, insights, perspectives and stories of Black, Indigenous, and Other People of Color who have brothers and sisters with disabilities. Check out our calendar for upcoming events.

BIPOC Sibling Roundtable 22021-03-24T18:48:56-06:00

Long Island News Radio “DDI on Autism” Sibling Support Interview Part 1

Many thanks to Clinical Psychologist Dr. Michael Romas and the crew at DDI on Autism in Long Island, New York, for interviewing  director Emily Holl about her sibling experiences and the importance of supporting sibs! Heard every Saturday at 10:00 am on LI News Radio 103.9, 'DDI on Autism' is a 30-minute show that shares and explores all relevant issues related to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We hope you enjoy part 1 and part 2 of this insightful radio show!

Long Island News Radio “DDI on Autism” Sibling Support Interview Part 12021-01-29T01:48:17-07:00

BIPOC Sibling Roundtable

On November 18, the Sibling Support Project was thrilled to partner with Special Needs Siblings and the Sibling Leadership Network to co-host a BIPOC Sibling Roundtable, the first of a series of sibling discussions dedicated to expanding the inclusion and diversity of the sibling support community. The series highlights the experiences, insights, perspectives and stories of Black, Indigenous, and Other People of Color who have brothers and sisters with disabilities. Check out our calendar for upcoming events.

BIPOC Sibling Roundtable2021-03-24T18:48:22-06:00

A Message About Tolerance

Dear Friends, An important part of our work at the Sibling Support Project is promoting awareness of the challenges and opportunities experienced by siblings of people with special developmental, health, and mental health concerns. One of the things we talk about when we discuss opportunities is tolerance. Siblings tend to meet people where they are, and to naturally welcome difference with openness and a genuine desire to connect and learn more. Too many siblings know what it feels like when others are not tolerant of difference, and marginalize, de-value, and dismiss their brothers and sisters with disabilities. There is lots of room for difference in the sibling community. However, there is absolutely no space for racism, hatred, or violence. This is where our tolerance ends. We are devastated and enraged by the recent murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery, and by the countless other Black lives lost to police brutality, social injustice, and economic disparity. Our hearts and condolences go out to their families, loved ones, and communities. We are deeply saddened by the desperate unrest of our nation, and by our civic failure to recognize, respect and respond to the need for greater accountability, equity, and justice for people of color and all those who are marginalized and oppressed by structural racism and discrimination. We therefore stand in solidarity with people of color, particularly brothers, sisters and families in the Black community, and all others who speak out against the ignorance; fear; systemic, institutional, and individual racism; power imbalance and abuse; and blatant disregard for human life that have plagued our nation for too long. Our community of siblings and people who care about sibs is dynamic, vibrant, and strong because [...]

A Message About Tolerance2021-02-04T01:32:41-07:00

“Growing Up Alongside a Sibling With a Disability,” New York Times Parenting Section

How does growing up with a sibling with a disability affect children? Keren Landman, a writer and sibling, explores what we know from research, experts, and shared stories about common sibling experiences. The Sibling Support Project was thrilled to be included! https://nyti.ms/2SXvYiR

“Growing Up Alongside a Sibling With a Disability,” New York Times Parenting Section2020-12-04T00:32:01-07:00

Impact: Feature Issue on Siblings of People with Intellectual, Developmental, and Other Disabilities

The Institute on Community Integration at the University of Minnesota dedicated its entire Spring 2020 issue of their international journal, Impact, to siblings. Check out our articles on Supporting School-Age Siblings Worldwide: Sibshops and Young Siblings of Individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities: Common Experiences, or explore the entire issue for stories on sibling perspectives, research and supports across the lifespan!

Impact: Feature Issue on Siblings of People with Intellectual, Developmental, and Other Disabilities2020-12-04T03:59:16-07:00
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