Through its volunteer program the Sibling Leadership Network has developed a sibling-to-sibling mentoring program to provide peer to peer support.
CHICAGO — Millions of Americans have siblings with disabilities. But when parents die, these siblings often become the primary caregivers. It’s something many are unprepared for. One group is connecting experienced volunteers and mentors with people who are beginning to shoulder the responsibility of caring for a sibling with special needs. It’s something that can take both a psychological and financial toll.
Navigating the unfamiliar system meant making decisions about who would take her brothers in, addressing medical issues and group homes. It also meant making a lot of mistakes. She says that through their programs experienced volunteers like Nora Fox Handler help people who are learning how to provide care to their siblings with special needs.
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