Sibs

Sibs is part of a new research study led by the University of Birmingham to explore how a digital game might help young siblings. We are looking for parents of siblings aged 6-10 years who have a brother or sister with a learning disability to help us with the study. Click the QR code for info.

Are you an adult sibling who has grown up with a disabled or neurodivergent brother or sister? Join our private Facebook group #Siblife to share how you’re feeling and hear advice from others who ‘get it’. Find out more and sign up at www.sibs.org.uk/siblife

If you’re a teacher, TA, SENDCo or involved in school pastoral care, we’d love you to join our free Sibs training session. It’s designed to help you support pupils who are growing up with a disabled brother or sister. Next session on 12th October book here - www.sibs.org.uk/sibs-worksho...

If you’re a sibling of a disabled brother or sister, you’re part of our community. This month’s Spotlight Blog for young siblings is all about belonging. Read it here 👉 www.sibs.org.uk/youngsibs/sp...

Are you an adult sibling who has grown up with a disabled or neurodivergent brother or sister? Join our private Facebook group #Siblife to share how you’re feeling and hear advice from others who ‘get it’. Find out more and sign up at www.sibs.org.uk/siblife

Have you seen our Spotlight Blogs? 💛 Every month we put a spotlight on a topic that matters to young siblings with a disabled brother or sister – from making mistakes, to feeling embarrassed. Let us know in the comments ideas for future blogs! thttps://www.sibs.org.uk/youngsibs/spotlight

Join us for free online art sessions this Halloween, Saturday 31st October! We’ll be making dragon puppets together, with sessions for two age groups: siblings aged 4-10 and siblings aged 11+. Spaces are limited, so book early. Find out more and book here 👉 www.sibs.org.uk/art

Can you help? A journalist has been in touch and would like to speak to families who have very young sibling carers (aged 5 years and under) who are providing care to a disabled brother or sister. Contact us here if you would like to help. sibs.beaconforms.com/form/75f0e136

@sibs.org.uk is offering free online creative arts sessions this Autumn for young siblings who are growing up with a disabled brother or sister. Head over to the website for more information- 

Sibs is partnering on a new research study led by the University of Birmingham to explore how a digital game might help young siblings. We are looking for parents of siblings aged 6-10 years who have a brother or sister with a learning disability to help us with the study.

Booking is now open for our free Halloween art sessions for young siblings of disabled children! Come and join us online on Saturday 31st October for some creative makes - all materials will be posted out in advance. Places are limited, booking essential. www.sibs.org.uk/art

Going back to school? If you’re a sibling of a disabled brother or sister and things feel a bit tricky at the moment, remember there’s lots of advice for siblings on our website. www.sibs.org.uk/youngsibs/in...

Whether things feel a bit tricky, or your sibling child wants to think about the good things - writing or drawing in a journal can help. Our September Spotlight Blog is all about journalling and how it can be helpful for siblings of disabled brothers and sisters. www.sibs.org.uk/youngsibs/sp...

Happy #RakshaBandhan to all siblings who are celebrating today! With warm wishes from Sibs – the charity for brothers and sisters of disabled children and adults

Can you help? A journalist has been in touch and would like to speak to families who have very young sibling carers (aged 5 years and under) who are providing care to a disabled brother or sister. Contact us here if you would like to help. sibs.beaconforms.com/form/75f0e136

Home life as a sibling of a disabled brother or sister isn't always easy. 💛 Our YoungSibs website has information and tips to help with some of the difficult things that can happen at home. Visit sibs.org.uk/youngsibs/info-and-advice/tough-stuff-at-home to find out more 💜

Sibs was invited to speak about the work of the charity with presenter Chelsea Grace at Ashdown Radio yesterday. Adult sibling Jake was interviewed and shared his story of being a sibling to his twin brother Dylan who is autistic. Catch up here. www.ashdownradio.com/player/on-de...

Want to get involved with our work and help us to support siblings of disabled children and adults? Take a look at our page here with ideas of how you can get involved in lots of small ways that can really make a big difference. www.sibs.org.uk/get-involved...

Our latest Spotlight Blog is all about making mistakes and why getting things wrong is actually part of life. Read our latest Spotlight Blog at www.sibs.org.uk/youngsibs/sp...

Our next Sibling Group Leader training for anyone wishing to run a group for young siblings who are growing up with a disabled brother or sister, is taking place online on 16th September. . To find out more and book your place, go to www.sibs.org.uk/training

Our friends @otwcamp.bsky.social have places available at their Sibling Camp (13-17 years) from Sunday 23rd - Thursday 27th August. This is for siblings of a child with a health challenge. Get in touch at info@otw.org.uk or see more information at the link below. www.otw.org.uk/criteria/

Just 3 days to go until Liz takes on the Nottingham Outlaw Triathlon for Sibs. We're incredibly grateful for her commitment to fundraising through such an inspiring achievement. If you'd still like to support her fundraising efforts, there's still time to donate. www.justgiving.com/page/lizzieg...

Did you know that we have a whole section of our website dedicated to parents raising young siblings of disabled children? We have lots of advice on talking about disability, giving siblings attention, as well as some brilliant game and book suggestions. www.sibs.org.uk/parents

Did you know we have a whole section of our website dedicated to young siblings? Packed with information and advice for siblings aged 7-17 who are growing up with brother or sister who is disabled/neurodivergent or has a long term health condition. www.sibs.org.uk/youngsibs

A huge thank you to Liz Carter who is taking on the incredible Nottingham Outlaw Triathlon on Sunday 26th July! That’s: 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride, 26.2 mile run. We're so grateful that Liz is doing it to raise funds for Sibs. Please donate if you can. www.justgiving.com/page/lizzieg...

Whatever summer looks like for you - whether you're counting down the days or finding the thought of it a little tricky - you're not alone. Our latest Spotlight Blog is written just for young siblings of disabled brothers and sisters. Read it at www.sibs.org.uk/youngsibs/sp...

Looking for books to share with your sibling child? Check out our reading list here. We would love to hear your recommendations too - let us know in the comments. www.sibs.org.uk/youngbooklist

A lovely new Peppa Pig storyline is helping to open up conversations 💛 George (Peppa’s younger brother) has been fitted with a hearing aid, showing children that hearing loss doesn’t stop you enjoying everyday family moments. For siblings, stories like this matter. www.youtube.com/watch?v=G17z...

he wonderful story Young Carers in Space was featured on CBeebies Bedtime Stories and is available on BBC iPlayer and YouTube. It follows Honey, a young carer for her little brother Pip, who is autistic. www.youtube.com/watch?v=g886...

When people ask questions about your disabled brother or sister, knowing what to say isn’t always easy 💭 Our latest YoungSibs Spotlight blog shares simple tips to help young people feel more confident in those moments 👉 www.sibs.org.uk/youngsibs/spotlight

Huge shout out to sibling Chris who is running a 10k in Regent's Park on 27th June to raise money for Sibs. As a small charity, these funds make a noticeable difference to our work - thank you so much Chris! Please share and sponsor Chris if you can at his Givestar page here: bit.ly/4dZBQko

Are you a school or education professional based in the North-East of England? Join us for our FREE training session on supporting sibling pupils who have a disabled brother or sister. www.sibs.org.uk/sibs-worksho...

Adult sibling Jayne shares her story of growing up with a brother with epilepsy. She reflects on the lifelong impact of seizures and how family life often had to fit around her brother’s needs. Read Jayne’s story www.sibs.org.uk/Jayne #NationalEpilepsyWeek #EpilepsyAwareness

Calling all primary schools! Join our Sibs Talk online training session on 15th June. Sibs Talk is a 1:1 intervention for sibling pupils who are growing up with a disabled brother or sister. Booklets and teacher guidance notes included! Find out more here. www.sibs.org.uk/sibs-worksho...

When children have a disabled brother or sister, they will experience a whole range of emotions – and knowing how to support them isn’t always easy. Head to sibs.org.uk/parent-tips for practical advice to help your sibling child feel heard, understood and supported 💜 #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Many adult siblings experience guilt, worry, anger, and sadness connected to their sibling role. Our advice on coping with these feelings can help and remind you that you’re not alone. www.sibs.org.uk/copingwithfeelings #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Daisy, 12, has two brothers and a sister - who are all autistic. When her parents saved enough to move from renting to becoming first-time buyers, Daisy took the lead - searching online to find a home that would suit everyone’s needs. www.thetimes.com/life-style/p...

Our information about disabilities and health conditions helps young siblings understand their brother or sister in a gentle, age‑appropriate way😊 You can explore the full list here: sibs.org.uk/youngsibs

Are you a school based in the North-East of England? Join us for our FREE training session on supporting sibling pupils who have a disabled brother or sister. Receive resources, research updates and more! Sign up here, booking essential. www.sibs.org.uk/sibs-worksho...

Just one more sleep before James takes on his 26 mile London Marathon challenge to raise money for Sibs! James thank you for doing this for our sibling community - we are all behind you! Please sponsor if you can! Thank you. Good luck James! bit.ly/4lsJgzI

Last few places remaining! Come and join our birthday picnic for young siblings and their families in Tilgate Park, Crawley, West Sussex on 27th May (half term)! To find out more - follow the link and book your place. (Booking is essential, places are limited.) www.sibs.org.uk/picnic

Our next "Introduction to supporting siblings" online workshop for professionals is on 21st April at 10am. Tickets priced at £37.50. Gain an insight into siblings’ needs through research and experience. . Book your place here www.sibs.org.uk/sibs-worksho...

Thanks @eddavey.libdems.org.uk for the shout out today on LBC about the work of Sibs. Sir Ed also shares his own thoughts as the parent of a sibling child and concerns about future planning. www.youtube.com/live/1jWslLH...

Come and join our birthday picnic for young siblings and their families in Tilgate Park, Crawley, West Sussex on 27th May (half term) We have free Zoo tickets for 25 families! . (Booking is essential, places are limited.) #ItsaSiblingThing www.sibs.org.uk/picnic

Well what a fantastic #NationalSiblingsDay2026 that was! Thanks to all those who shared their #ItsASiblingThing We have loved seeing your photographs and hearing your stories. It's not too late to get involved, check out our packs at www.sibs.org.uk/nsd

We have loved sharing #NationalSiblingsDay2026 with you all! Don’t forget there is lots of information and resources on our website www.sibs.org.uk #ItsaSiblingThing

Adult siblings, you matter! Read Amy’s affirming story at www.sibs.org.uk/amy2 #NationalSiblingsDay2026 #ItsaSiblingThing

This National Sibling Day, we’re celebrating the powerful role siblings play in shaping understanding, empathy & lifelong support. For volunteers, like Marcus, growing up alongside a sibling with additional needs can build a deep sense of compassion & a drive to create more inclusive spaces.

It’s National Siblings Day today! 🎉 Every sibling deserves to know just how special they are. Parents - please finish the sentence in the comments: I appreciate my sibling child because… 💛👇 #YoungSibs #NationalSiblingsDay #ItsaSiblingThing

Want to know why #NationalSiblingsDay2026 is so important? Check out this one minute video #Itsasiblingthing