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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 22h

Make a festive tree table decoration at our free online creative arts sessions for sibling young carers, ages 4-10 or 11+, Sat 22nd Nov. Booking essential www.sibs.org.uk/art

Advertisement for Sibs' free online art sessions with watercolor paints and brushes, detailing session times for different age groups (10am-11.30am ages 4-11; 1pm-2.30pm ages 11+) and a festive tree decoration activity.

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 1d

Sound artist Ruby Colley has worked with her brother Paul, who is non-verbal, to create an album and performance piece. She talks to Saba Salman about transcending the norms of communication communitylivingmagazine.com/more-than-wo...

More than words

Sound artist Ruby Colley has worked with her brother Paul, who is non-verbal, to create an album and performance piece. She talks to Saba Salman about transcending the norms of communication

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 2d

Did you know we have a blog for children? Read our latest post on communicating and please share it with young siblings who are growing up with a disabled brother or sister www.sibs.org.uk/youngsibs/sp...

Siblings and communicating - Sibs

This week we are looking at how siblings can often understand what their brother or sister with additional needs wants just by reading their face. Many siblings say they can tell what their brother o...

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 3d

Whether you’re planning to run, swim, or cycle, now’s the perfect time to start training for your next fundraising adventure in 2026. Set up your page at www.justgiving.com/sibs and be sure to drop us an email – we’d love to say thank you! info@sibs.org.uk

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 5d

Make a festive tree table decoration at our free online creative arts sessions for sibling young carers, ages 4-10 or 11+, Sat 22nd Nov. Booking essential www.sibs.org.uk/art

Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 7d

It’s the start of #BlackHistoryMonth and this year’s theme is ‘Standing Firm in Power and Pride’. This is especially important for Black siblings who have a disabled brother/sister. How has being a sibling shaped your experience? We’d love to share your story – email info@sibs.org.uk

Black background with white text that reads: “Black History Month: We’d love to share your story. How has being a sibling shaped your experience? Email info@sibs.org.uk” There are three strips of paper that form an arc in red, gold and green.

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 9d

Due to a high number of applications, the post will now be closing early. If you're interested, please submit an application by 13th October. Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you!

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 9d

We’re hiring! Come and make a difference to the lives of young siblings growing up with a disabled brother or sister, as our YoungSibs Information Officer (Part-time, remote). For full detail and to apply, visit www.charityjob.co.uk/jobs/sibs/yo...

YoungSibs Information Officer | Sibs | CharityJob

Apply now for YoungSibs Information Officer. , £12,841 actual (£32,104 FTE), find a career with meaning today

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 14d

How do I talk to my parents about my disabled sister’s care? How do I get my point across and feel heard? What should I do when we disagree about care issues? Read our guide for adult siblings here
www.sibs.org.uk/support-for-...

Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 16d

Find out how to support siblings in school (there are 2 in every classroom), hear the latest research and take away new resources. Sign up for our free training on 29/09/25 or 24/11/25 at www.sibs.org.uk/freetraining

Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 17d

We were thrilled to see this post on LinkedIn recently (shared here with Matt’s kind permission). Huge thanks to Matt and all our volunteers who support our sibling community – we couldn’t do what we do without you. To find out more visit www.sibs.org.uk/helpsibs

Earlier this year, I posted about winning a holiday simply by being a volunteer. Last week, I cashed in my two night stay on the South Coast. I hadn't expected to be able to go away this year, so a whistle stop tour from Hastings to Brighton via Eastbourne was a real treat. Yes the hills on the Seven Sisters cliffs are much steeper than I realised and yes, the Wednesday and Thursday had torrential downpours that filled my shoes with water - despite Eastbourne purportedly being the Sunniest

place in the UK. But even with soggy shoes, it was lovely to step away from the cycle of applications, of networking and hunting for work and remember that there are other things in life. The balcony view of the sea which (thanks to the weather) looked different every day was very much appreciated. So this is a gratitude post. Firstly, to Sibs for nominating me for the programme. Secondly to Room to Reward for coming up with such an awesome idea and putting in the effort to make it all happen.

And thirdly to The View Hotel Eastbourne for signing up to the scheme and granting me two free nights. And what's a gratitude post without some pictures (just be glad I've not dumped all 158 of them on you..... 🤣 )

Photo: Matt smiling with a cloudy sky and sea behind him

Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 19d

Growing up with a disabled brother or sister, might mean that a child or young person's family may look different to their friends' families. Bringing friends home to play might be complicated for all kinds of reasons. Read our tips for parents here. www.sibs.org.uk/parent-tips/...

Having friends home - Sibs

The difficulties facing families of disabled children can often mean that it is extremely difficult to have other children back to your home. You may be too tired to deal with the noise and mess of ot...

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 21d

Teachers and education staff - sign up to our FREE autumn training sessions on supporting siblings of disabled children in school. Access resources and more! Sign up here. www.sibs.org.uk/sibs.../free...

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 23d

Adult siblings - read Louise’s tips for explaining her brother’s disability to new friends. Tell us your tips too – we’d love to hear. www.sibs.org.uk/nonverbal

Purple background with yellow squiggles. Purple text in a white speech bubble reads: How do I explain to my friends that my brother is autistic and non-verbal?

Pale yellow background with yellow graphic of two people sitting have a conversation. An overlay of white on purple text reads: “People often hear the autistic part and don’t really pay attention to the non-verbal part.”

Pale yellow background with yellow graphic of A mobile phone playing a video. An overlay of white on purple text reads: “As a sibling I’ve found one of the best ways to provide an explanation of my brother’s disability is to show a short 30 second video of him.”

Purple background with yellow squiggles. White text reads: Read more from sibling Louise about what it means for her brother to be non-verbal (and what it doesn’t mean...) and how she explains this to others. Sibs.org.uk/nonverbal

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 26d

LAST CHANCE TO BOOK! Calling all professionals supporting families with disabled children, join us on Monday 15th September for an online workshop on supporting siblings. Lots of resources, strategies and insights. Book your place here. www.sibs.org.uk/insight

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 27d

"Glass children grow up beside siblings who need high levels of care, physically, emotionally or both. Their brother or sister might have cerebral palsy, autism, epilepsy or a severe mental illness" www.achieveaustralia.org.au/en/stories/t...

The Silent Shadows: Understanding Glass Child Syndrome

Health care for people with disability

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · 28d

There are an estimated two siblings of disabled children in every classroom. Our packs for primary, secondary and special schools will help teaching staff address the needs of sibling pupils. Download them for FREE from our website. www.sibs.org.uk/primary

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · Sep 8

Are you a professional supporting families with disabled children? Want to know how you can support siblings too? Join our online workshop on 15th September for strategies, resources and signposting. Book your place here. www.sibs.org.uk/insight

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · Sep 5

Did you know that we run workshops for parents on supporting siblings of disabled children? To find out more and book a workshop for your parent group or charity - go to https://www.sibs.org.uk/sibs-workshops-and-training/in-house-workshops

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · Sep 3

Our latest spotlight blog for young siblings is all about the return to school! You might be looking forward to seeing your friends again, or might be joining a new class or school. Check out our blog for tips! https://www.sibs.org.uk/youngsibs/spotlight/siblings-and-back-to-school

Sibs @sibs.org.uk · Sep 1

Our next Sibs Talk training for primary school staff is running on 23rd September. This intervention will help you to support sibling pupils of disabled children - to find out more and book your place go to https://www.sibs.org.uk/SibsTalkTraining

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · Aug 29

Would you like to fundraise for Sibs and support our work with siblings? We would love your help. Check out our Just Giving page and let us know what your plans are so that we can thank you and cheer you on!
https://www.justgiving.com/charity/sibs

Sibs @sibs.org.uk · Aug 27

Are you a professional supporting families with disabled children? Want to know how you can support siblings too? Join our online workshop on 15th September for strategies, resources and signposting. Book your place here. www.sibs.org.uk/sibs-worksho...

Sibs @sibs.org.uk · Aug 25

Acknowledging your sibling child’s feelings is one of the most valuable things you can do for them. Here are some ideas for supporting your child with their feelings, including feelings of worry, anger and embarrassment www.sibs.org.uk/supporting-y...

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Sibs @sibs.org.uk · Aug 20

“Share your family situation straight away. Encourage them to be curious and ask questions.” – Read about Lisa’s relationship experience and her advice for other siblings and their partners at www.sibs.org.uk/lisa2

Purple background with pale yellow freeform shape, and large yellow quotation marks. Black text reads: “I told him that my sister has Down’s Syndrome. Because we were living in different cities from each other and our families, it took a few months before they met.” Read about Lisa’s relationship experience at sibs.org.uk/Lisa2