Resources for Siblings

Sib Share – A Local Meet-up of Adult Siblings

ABOUT US, WHO WE ARE: We are adult siblings who have a sister or brother with a disability. We have been attending various virtual conferences and learning events put on by other sibling groups over the last two years.  We did this to learn more about sibling meet-ups and issues facing siblings like us. It has led to connections with other siblings – locally, provincially, nationally and internationally. We have been amazed at the strength of the siblings we have met, the common realities we all face, and the wonderful resources available.  It is our hope to share some of our knowledge with other siblings, and also to learn from each other in the our local Sib Share meet-ups.  It has been an honour charting this pathway together. We look forward to making more connections locally and beyond….. Sincerely,  Heather, Catherine and Kyla 

Sib Share is an informal gathering of adult siblings from Windsor and Essex County. 

As siblings, we believe our experiences and perspectives are unique to us. They are also different than our parents at times!

We appreciate meeting other siblings who understand ‘what it is like,’ and to have the opportunity to get-together to chat about things related to being an adult sister or brother of someone with a disability.  

What to expect: We are a small group. We learn, laugh, and share experiences, ideas, and resources – no pressure to talk, listening is just fine! No pressure to attend all the time. During the first 5 or 10 minutes of each gathering, we may share a resource or piece of information on topics that siblings have identified as important. Or have a guest speaker! 

Who is welcome: We encourage adult siblings, sib-in-laws, and sibling figures at various stages of life – cousins, aunts, uncles, spouses, and others – to join us as we talk about what it means to support our family members who are living with disabilities.  We welcome first-timers to join in for one of our gatherings just to check things out. 

Please contact us with any questions you have: about our adult sibling meet-ups, available resources on topics that may interest you, or how you can borrow from the lending library. One of our sibling leaders will get back to you.

• Our confidential email address is: sibgroup@windsoressexfamnet.ca
• Or phone and leave us a voice mail at 519-974-1008. (Windsor-Essex Family Network’s phone number).  Your name and phone number will be provided to us and one of us will call you back. 

Please check our Events Calendar for Sib Share meeting dates!

Please note: We do not host a sibling support group for siblings under 18 years of age. There have been some local sibling groups for children and teens in our community by other groups/agencies in the past.  Please check with Autism Ontario Windsor-Essex Chapter, and/or Family Respite Services to see if these have re-convened.