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Project

SOCIAL - Ohio Adult Sibling Conference

Center:

OH-The Nisonger Center, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2010

Contact Information:

Thomas Fish
[email protected]
614-685-8723

Project Description:

This project is funded in part by the Ohio Developmental Disability Council. Ohio was the first state to establish a adult sibling conference over 10 years ago. Siblings are often neglected in terms of the information and support that is available to them. Our goal is to provide information and support regarding advocacy, services, and long-term planning. Siblings leave the conference feeling better connected and empowered to play a role in the lives of their brothers and sisters with DD, as well as their families. This event has led to other such statewide efforts in five states and also has spurred the development of the National Sibling Leadership Network.

Keyword(s):

siblings, families, advocacy, support, caregiving

Core Function(s):

Developing & Disseminating Information

Area of Emphasis

Health-Related Activities, Employment-Related Activities, Housing-Related Activities, Transportation-Related Activities, Recreation-Related Activities, Quality of Life

Target Audience:

Family Members/Caregivers

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Geographic Areas, Rural/Remote, Other

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State

Funding Source:

COVID-19 Related Data:

N/A

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