The SC Adult Sibling Leadership Network

What is the purpose of the Adult Sibling Leadership Network?

Provide opportunities for adult siblings of persons with developmental disabilities, related disabilities, and brain and/or spinal cord injuries to:

· Network with each other;

· Share experiences, ideas, and concerns;

· Gain information about the state’s system of supports and services; and

· Receive training on how to effectively advocate on behalf of their brother or sister with a disability.

Who is the Sibling Network For?

· Adult siblings, 21 years of age or older, of persons with developmental disabilities, related disabilities, and brain and/or spinal cord injuries.

· Anyone else that the individual with a disability considers family in cases where there is no living sibling.

What are the benefits of joining the Adult Sibling Network?

· Monthly webinars/seminars on topics of interest to siblings

· Statewide conference

· Adult Sibling Newsletter

· Adult Sibling Directory

· Support group

· Website with links to other states’ Adult Sibling Networks, other SC agencies and partners serving adults with disabilities, and legislative database.

What are the costs for joining the Adult Sibling Leadership Network?

· There is NO financial cost for joining the network. There may be some registration fees associated with attending a statewide conference.

How can I join the Adult Sibling Leadership Network?

Complete a membership form or apply on-line on PRO-Parents’ website (www.proparents.org ) so we can address your interests and needs.

The SC Adult Sibling Leadership Network is a project of PRO-Parents of SC and is funded through a grant from the SC Developmental Disabilities Council. The grant will provide opportunities for adult siblings of persons with disabilities to network with each other, share information, gain information, and receive training on how to effectively advocate on behalf of their brother or sister. There is no obligation or cost to join the SC Adult Sibling Leadership Network. For more information or to receive a membership application, please contact PRO-Parents at (803) 772-5688 or 1-800-759-4776, or go to our website at www.scadultsiblingnetwork.org