SIBSHOP FACILITATOR TRAINING ONLINE

Sibshops are best described as opportunities for brothers and sisters of children with special health and developmental needs to obtain peer support and education within a recreational context. Reflect a facility's commitment to the well-being of the family member most likely to have the longest-lasting relationship with the person with special needs

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What are the objectives of the Sibshop model?

• Goal 1: Sibshops will provide brothers and sisters of children with special needs an opportunity to meet other siblings in a relaxed and recreational environment.

• Goal 2: Sibshops will provide siblings with opportunities to discuss common joys and concerns with other siblings of children with special needs.

• Goal 3: Sibshops will provide siblings the opportunity to learn how others handle situations commonly experienced by siblings of children with special needs.

• Goal 4: Sibshops will provide siblings the opportunity to learn more about the implications of their siblings' special needs.

• Goal 5: Sibshops will provide parents and other professionals with opportunities to learn more about the concerns and opportunities that brothers and sisters of people with special needs often experience.