In this webinar, Sarah Hall and Tom Fish from the Sibling Leadership Network discussed the roles that siblings play in helping their brothers and sisters be successful during the transition process from school ot adult life. They also provided information on an upcoming retreat opportunity for siblings to discuss transition issues and provided information on how this retreat can help develop a training curriculum for siblings.
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Sibling Leadership Network with Autism NOW March 13, 2012
In this webinar, Sarah Hall and Tom Fish from the Sibling Leadership Network discussed the roles that siblings play in helping their brothers and sisters be successful during the transition process from school ot adult life. They also provided information on an upcoming retreat opportunity for siblings to discuss transition issues and provided information on how this retreat can help develop a training curriculum for siblings.
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In this webinar, Sarah Hall and Tom Fish from the Sibling Leadership Network discussed the roles that siblings play in helping their brothers and sisters be successful during the transition process from school ot adult life. They also provided information on an upcoming retreat opportunity for siblings to discuss transition issues and provided information on how this retreat can help develop a training curriculum for siblings.
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Involving Siblings in the Transition Process for Young Adults with Autism and Other Disabilities
March 13, 2012 Sarah Hall, Ph.D., Ashland University Tom Fish, Ph.D., Ohio State University
www.siblingleadership.org Mission: To provide siblings of individuals with disabilities the information, support, and tools to advocate with their brothers and sisters and to promote the issues important to them and their entire families.
Background Founded in 2007, the SLN has held annual
conferences to connect siblings and professionals
Developed a policy white paper with
recommendations on policy and advocacy, research, and services and supports
Partnership Key partnerships include:
Sibling Support Project Self Advocates Becoming Empowered The Arc AutismNOW, a national initiative of The Arc
State Chapters Alabama
DC Georgia Illinois
Massachusetts New Hampshire
New York Ohio Oklahoma Tennessee Utah Wisconsin
For more information on how to start a state chapter of the SLN, contact Ashley Coulter at ashley.coulter@Vanderbilt.edu.
Join the SLN
Visit www.siblingleadership.org Find us on Facebook at
http://www.facebook.com/siblingleadership
Email info@siblingleadership.org
Ohio SIBS Ohio SIBS (Special Initiatives for Brothers
and Sisters) is a program designed to empower adult siblings of people with developmental disabilities by supplying information about services, supports, resources, and quality outcomes. Ohio SIBS provides education and training in
public advocacy and offers emotional support and wellness opportunities.
Ohio SIBS Tom Fish organized the first conference in
2001 for siblings across the state. Ohio SIBS became a nonprofit organization in 2011. Diverse board of 15 members from across the state In process of hiring an executive director Holds regional information sessions
A group of sibling advocates meet with U.S. Senator Edward M. Kennedy, who was also a sibling.
Ohio SIBS Conference
The purpose of the Ohio Adult Sibling Conference is
to create an environment where adult siblings can gather together to share family experiences, develop new relationships, obtain relevant information, and be recognized as an integral part of the familys success. Attendees have heard presentations from state and
national IDD professionals, educators, and politicians. Attendees also enjoy meeting other adult siblings and exploring topical areas of interest.
Importance of Siblings Longest life relationship Often have unique insights and
perspectives Able to provide a continuum of support
and information
Importance of Transition for Individuals with Disabilities
A time of significant change from high school
to adult life Students prepare for
Employment Education/ training Community Living Social Activities
Time for community and family support
Important Roles Siblings Can and Often Do Play
Caretaker/ caregiver Advocate Teacher Role Model Behaviorist Translator Friend/ companion
Things Parents and Professionals Can Do to Support Siblings
Listen Ask questions Ask open ended questions Be open to any response or feeling Dont make assumptions Connect to other siblings Realize things might change Involve them in planning Keep them informed and updated
Sibs Looking Forward: A Retreat about Transition
The sibling retreat is a weekend where
students with autism and other disabilities and their siblings will explore transition topics and enjoy recreation and leisure activities together. The retreat will help promote awareness, understanding, and dialogue about transition and develop self-awareness and confidence for students and their siblings.
Sibs Looking Forward: A Retreat about Transition
15 pairs of siblings Students with disabilities from age 16-22 Siblings from age 15-25 Counselors will be Ohio SIBS members Overnight camp from Friday to Sunday Pre/post evaluation measures Monthly engagement after the retreat Opportunity for ongoing mentorship
Sibs Looking Forward: A Retreat about Transition
Retreat Goals: To gain knowledge about transition, options
for the future, and supports available.
Participants will know how to advocate for
themselves and others.
Participants will explore their current and
potential roles of advocate, support, and friend to their brother or sister.
Sibs Looking Forward: A Retreat about Transition
Retreat Activities: Group discussions Teambuilding challenges Advocacy practice Sharing thoughts and experiences Sibling bonding time Campfires and outdoor fun!
Contact Information Sarah Hall Ph.D., Ashland University
