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FAMILY SUPPORT PROGRAMS

Sibshops: Sibling Support Groups

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Sibshops are provided by Certified Sibshop Facilitators, 
Jessica Adimari and Monica Fyfe

    RSVP for our next Sibshop!

    Please download an application and mail it to Our Village, or email it to: hello@ourvillageslc.org. You can also mail us a check made out to Our Village, or we will email you and invoice once we review and accept your application. Thank you!
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Virtual Sibshops are here to the rescue!  KIDS ages 8-13 who have a brother or sister with any special need or disability, are invited to this enroll in this unique Sibshop using an online, video conferencing group!  Jessica Bowsa and Monica Fyfe are certified Sibshop facilitators, and are excited to share some fun activities and sharing about what its like to be a "sib" with all of you! 

Register with us today!  Only $20 for a 1-hour ONLINE group. 

Prepare for attending the Sibshop.
  • 1. Find a quiet spot (well, as quiet as you can manage),
  • 2. Bring a laptop or cell phone, and some paper and crayons/markers,
  • 3. Click on the link that will be emailed to you, and
  • 4.  You’re in the Sibshop! (A parent may help you get started, then politely ask them for some privacy.)
Download Application

​​SIBSPOT Library

​This month we’re featuring three great downloadable resources for young siblings, teen siblings, and parents from the Organization for Autism Research!  These great books focus on autism, however the information and activities can be applied for siblings with other disabilities as well. 
  • Young Siblings Guide: Autism, My Sibling, and Me
  • Teenage Siblings Guide: Life as an Autism Sibling: A Guide for Teens
  • Parent’s Guide: Brothers, Sisters, and Autism: A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Siblings
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​Autism, My Sibling, and Me is a colorful workbook specifically
designed to engage young children. A host of cartoon characters
accompany children as they learn about what autism means for
their brother or sister. The resource also aims to guide young
siblings through any autism-related questions and concerns
they may have, offering fun ideas for activities that can help
​them deal with potentially stressful issues.

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Life as an Autism Sibling: A Guide for Teens is written in a Q&A
format. It addresses the challenges that teenage siblings
might face as a result of having a sibling with autism,
while also providing tips and advice on how to deal
with such challenges in productive ways. The resource
includes testimonials from real teenage siblings and
​parents, which helps make it a relatable and authentic read.

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​​Brothers, Sisters, and Autism: A Parent’s Guide to Supporting
Siblings
 outlines what parents can do to support children
who do not have an autism diagnosis. The topics range
from dealing with perceived discrepancies fairly to facilitating
a positive relationship between siblings. It can be read from
start to finish or used as a reference tool to troubleshoot
​problems as they arise.

Reach Us Via E-mail:
hello@ourvillageslc.org

1444 Aviation Blvd. #102
Redondo Beach, CA 90278​
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  • Home
  • About US
    • Executive Board of Directors
    • Associates and Volunteers
    • Community Advisory Board Members
    • Testimonials
  • Programs
    • PEERS® VIRTUAL Social Skills Group
    • "Kid 2 Kid" Play & Social Groups for kids!
    • PEERS® Social Skills Group for Adolescents
    • PEERS® Social Skills Group for Young Adults
    • Common Interest Groups (CIG's) for Teens and Young Adults
    • Sibshops: Sibling Support Groups
  • Resources
    • Social Resources
    • Webinars and Trainings
    • Books and Recommendations
    • Virtual Calm Room
  • Donate
  • Event Calendar
  • Partners
    • Support our Supporters
  • Get Involved
  • Contact Us
  • Testimonials