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Impact on Identity and Personal Growth

Growing up as the sibling of a child with disabilities shapes identity in ways that are both powerful and complex. Many siblings develop strengths earlier than their peers—empathy, maturity, flexibility, and an ability to read a room quickly. These traits often become defining parts of who they are as adults. But alongside this growth, there…

by soultosoulyoga

How to Spot Sibling Stress (Even When They Say “I’m Fine”)

For many siblings of children with disabilities, stress doesn’t always look like stress.They are the helpers, the flexible ones, the “easy” kids. And because they see their parents juggling so much, siblings often learn to mask their own needs — even from themselves. As we settle into a new year, it’s a good time to…

by SpecialSib_OT

Understanding Sibshops: Empowering Siblings of Children with Disabilities

If you’re raising a child with a disability or complex medical needs, you already know the impact it has on the whole family. What often gets less attention—through no one’s fault—is the experience of the siblings. They love fiercely, adapt constantly, and learn to be flexible in ways most adults never have to. And yet,…

by SpecialSib_OT

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  1. If you’re on SSI or SSDI you get free healthcare BUT often you have to wait even longer to get authorizations in some cases. Even though social security is a federal agency the state doles out the medical insurance. In California it was called Medical-Cal.
    For those that believe the agencies are consistent.. good luck.

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“Undisturbed calmness of the mind is attained by cultivating friendliness toward the happy, compassion for the unhappy, delight in the virtuous, and indifference toward the wicked”.- Pantanjali Hi, I’m Cheryl Albright, occupational therapist, yoga therapist, and founder of Soul To Soul Yoga and Special Sib. For more than 20 years, I’ve worked with children, families,… Continue reading About Me

The Journey Begins

Thanks for joining me! Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter. — Izaak Walton Special Needs Sibling…. This is an actual thing. I knew there had to be others but I had no idea where or how to find them. I was actually going to start my own type of support group.… Continue reading The Journey Begins

Impact on Identity and Personal Growth

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Growing up as the sibling of a child with disabilities shapes identity in ways that are both powerful and complex. Many siblings develop strengths earlier than their peers—empathy, maturity, flexibility, and an ability to read a room quickly. These traits often become defining parts of who they are as adults. But alongside this growth, there… Continue reading Impact on Identity and Personal Growth

How to Spot Sibling Stress (Even When They Say “I’m Fine”)

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For many siblings of children with disabilities, stress doesn’t always look like stress.They are the helpers, the flexible ones, the “easy” kids. And because they see their parents juggling so much, siblings often learn to mask their own needs — even from themselves. As we settle into a new year, it’s a good time to… Continue reading How to Spot Sibling Stress (Even When They Say “I’m Fine”)

Understanding Sibshops: Empowering Siblings of Children with Disabilities

If you’re raising a child with a disability or complex medical needs, you already know the impact it has on the whole family. What often gets less attention—through no one’s fault—is the experience of the siblings. They love fiercely, adapt constantly, and learn to be flexible in ways most adults never have to. And yet,… Continue reading Understanding Sibshops: Empowering Siblings of Children with Disabilities

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