Sibling Support Toolkit

Siblings, whether older or younger, have unique and distinct roles which can fluctuate as situations with the child and family change. Understanding siblings of children with medical complexities and how they interact in the family is an important part of the journey.
PPCC and Courageous Parents Network have partnered to bring as many resources together as possible to help parents, caregivers, and medical professionals give that special attention to siblings who live and share their lives with a brother or sister with medical complexities.
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Courageous Parents Network

Courageous Parents Network is a site created by families, for families, to support, guide and strengthen families caring for children with serious healthcare needs. Parents and pediatric care providers provide insight and support online through sharing their experiences.
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Autism Collaborative Center

The Autism Collaborative Center (ACC) at Eastern Michigan University is a therapeutic learning environment designed from the ground up with your child's success in mind. ACC's staff is comprised of interdisciplinary professionals with specialized education and training in autism. ACC provides clients with a wide variety of therapeutic and behavioral services all under one roof, including sibling support.

Siblings Perspectives: Guidelines for Parents

Throughout numerous accounts of parents and siblings of children with disabilities, it becomes very clear; when a child in the family has a disability, it affects the whole family. This article is meant to arm you with important information and practical suggestions for helping and supporting siblings of children on the autism spectrum.
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The Journey Through Diagnosis: A guide for families of children with a genetic condition

This guide provides information and support to families whose child has been identified with a genetic condition. The guide is written from the family perspective and covers a variety of topics, including emotions, family relationships, obtaining information and support, medical care, medical insurance, and finding your voice.
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