Siblings

The sibling relationship is potentially the longest relationship of one’s lifetime. In the childhood years, siblings are very important in the development of social skills such as resolving conflicts, negotiation, cooperation, competition, and gaining recognition. In adulthood, siblings without disabilities may assume responsibility to varying degrees for siblings who have disabilities.

What tips do you have for other parents regarding sibling relationships?

Community Activities

Community activities can include all children. Examples include Boy and Girl Scouts, reading time at the public library, park programs, faith-base activities, and the YMCA and YWCA.

How does your child participate in community activities? What do you do, as a parent, to help make it work?

Your Thoughts

Sometimes a good quote can give hope or a new perspective. For example parent advocate manager Virginia Richardson values the quote she heard once, “You cannot hurry the river” (source unknown).  She says, “It reminds me that I need to enjoy my child and know that everything is not about a projected outcome that is totally dependent on how hard I work at it.”

Do you have a quote that has been helpful in parenting your child with a disability?