Full Description
Widely used for more than 40 years in hundreds of communities worldwide, Sibshops are lively, low-cost workshops where siblings can share their joys and challenges, learn from their peers, and just have fun together. Enhanced with new research, online materials, and 100+ engaging activities, this updated guide makes it easier than ever to create and launch a Sibshop in your own community. You'll get practical instructions for every step of planning, promoting, budgeting, and running a successful Sibshop, plus insights from siblings and Sibshop facilitators throughout the world. Perfect for all programs and professionals serving families of children with disabilities, this complete how-to guide will help you create upbeat, rewarding, and welcoming workshops that give siblings much-needed support.Why Sibshops?
Sibshops are a great opportunity for siblings to:
Meet other siblings in a relaxed setting and enjoy fun activities together
Reduce their sense of isolation by affirming that they're not alone
Learn how their peers handle situations commonly experienced by siblings
Get answers to their questions about their siblings' support needs
Develop friendships that will be ongoing sources of validation and support
What's New: Learn from new research and guidance on timely topics: creating safe and supportive spaces for all children, planning online Sibshops, designing Sibshops for teens, applying trauma-informed practices to Sibshops, and using technology to help recruit and register participants. Plus, get new field-tested recreational and discussion activities and online supplemental materials that are easy to print and photocopy.
Contents
About the Downloads
About the Authors
Preface
Chapter 1: What Are Sibshops?
Chapter 2: Unique Concerns
Chapter 3: Information Needs of Siblings
Chapter 4: Unique Opportunities
Chapter 5: Getting Started
Chapter 6: Putting it All Together
Chapter 7: Introductory and Trickle-In Activities
Chapter 8: Sibshop Discussion and Peer Support Activities
Chapter 9: Sibshop Recreation and Food Activities
Chapter 10: Information Activities, Guest Speakers, and Special Events
Chapter 11: Workshops on Sibling Issues for Parents and Service Providers
Appendix A: The Sibshop Standards of Practice
Appendix B: A Brief Description of the Sibshop Model
Appendix C: What Siblings Would Like Parents and Service Providers to Know
Appendix D: Sample Sibshop Registration Form
Appendix E: Dear Aunt Blabby Letters
Appendix F: Acknowledging Trauma Among Sibshop Participants
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