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SibShops

Kids who have brothers and sisters with special needs have needs of their own, needs that are often overlooked. SibShops are able to provide much needed social and emotional support to 7-12 year old brothers and sisters of children with special needs. This support is offered in a recreational atmosphere that kids will enjoy. In SibShops, kids have an opportunity to share their good and uncomfortable feelings with other kids who understand those feelings.

The chance to meet other brothers and sisters in a casual atmosphere and join them in recreational activities has several benefits for participants. First, it can help reduce a sibling’s sense of isolation. Participants quickly learn that there are others who experience the special joys and challenges that they do. Second, the casual atmosphere and recreational activities promote informal sharing and friendships among participants. Friendships begun at SibShops and continued outside the program offer sibs ongoing sources of support.

Upcoming SibShops
For more information about upcoming events sponsored by Parent to Parent, check our News & Events page or contact Helen Black at (509) 328-6326 or hblack@arc-spokane.org.