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What is MI SIBS?
MI SIBS (Michigan Supporting & Including Brothers & Sisters) is a network of siblings who share the common experience of having a sibling with a disability.
What is the purpose of MI SIBS?
The purpose is to provide adult siblings of individuals with disabilities with information, resources and support to advocate with and/or for their brothers and sisters and to promote leadership roles of siblings within the disability community.
What is the goal of MI SIBS?
Our goal is to support siblings of people with disabilities in Michigan. We offer peer support that may generate opportunities for emotional growth, can aid in making connections with services and supports from those who have “been there,” and promote a stronger and more fulfilling bond within the family unit.
Where is MI SIBS?
MI SIBS is a group of individuals throughout the state of Michigan.
MI SIBS
c/o The Arc of Western Wayne County
2257 South Wayne Road
Westland, MI, 48186
P: (734) 729-9100 Ask for Cheryl
E: sibs@misibs.org
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Sibling chapters from Illinois, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin have joined forces to present the first-ever Midwest Sibling Connection: Countdown to National Sibling Day!
This virtual series offers valuable opportunities to explore key aspects of our unique sibling experience, including future planning, self-care strategies, and more. Plus, we’re excited to host a special adult Q&A panel designed for young siblings. Don’t miss the Celebration event to be hosted for National Siblings Day on April 10, 2025! You will hear from reps from two national support groups – Siblings with a Mission and the Sibling Leadership Network – before we break out into state-specific sessions for local updates.
Countdown To National Sibling Day Events:
Monday, March 17, 2025
Future Planning: You and Your Sib
TIME 12:00pm CST / 1:00pm EST
Join a sibling leader from Missouri, Bekka, as she shares Charting the Life Course tools for future planning with your sibling. Explore the vision for the future and plan for healthy living, daily life, community living, advocacy & engagement, and safety & security using the Charting the LifeCourse framework and tools. Q&A will follow.
Register here: https://umsystem.zoom.us/meeting/register/PNrVrkTbQUSGdbnFtxI8Vg
Monday, March 24, 2025
Sibling Self-Care and Stress Management
6:30pm CST / 7:30pm EST
Join Emily Askri from WisconSibs for an essential discussion on a topic at the heart of the sibling experience—self-care! Emily will share practical tools to help you prioritize self-care and manage stress in your daily life. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your well-being!
Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/WYdxqTKJRaKw7a6VbHniKg
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
YoungSib Connect: Adult Q&A Panel
6:30pm CST / 7:30pm EST
This event is designed for young siblings of individuals with physical, mental, or intellectual disabilities. Join two sibs from the Missouri Sibling Leadership Network as they host a special adult sibling panel for young siblings ages 8-14. This is your chance to ask any and all questions—no topic is off-limits! Topics may include sibling rivalry & resentment, the importance of patience, addressing our feelings, information and advocacy.
Register here: https://umsystem.zoom.us/meeting/register/I8rSNBa_SWKugRou9IY-GA
Thursday April 10, 2025
National Sibling Day Celebration!
6:30pm CST / 7:30pm EST
The Midwest Sibling Connection is thrilled to host our inaugural celebration for National Sibling Day on April 10th! Let’s come together to celebrate our unique sibling experience, connect with siblings across the Midwest, and enjoy a fun, social event you won’t want to miss!
You will hear from reps from two national support groups – Siblings with a Mission and the Sibling Leadership Network – before we break out into state-specific sessions for local updates.
MI SIBS (Michigan Supporting & Including Brothers and Sisters) will host a breakout session during this event. Join us to learn more about MI SIBS and how you can get involved! For more information, visit www.thearcww.org/misibs
Register for the Celebration here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/vYuVvCU5RHuLyUmHNBu7oA
PARTNERS
Sibling Leadership Network
The purpose of the Sibling Leadership Network is to promote a broad network of siblings who share the experience of disability and people concerned with sibling issues by connecting them to social, emotional, governmental, and provisional supports across the lifespan enabling them to be effective advocates with their brother and sister, and to serve as change agents for themselves and their families.
The Arc of Western Wayne County
The Arc of Western Wayne County believes it is important to recognize the role of siblings in efforts to support individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Adult siblings of people with disabilities continue to be an extraordinarily overlooked population. The Arc believes agencies, including schools, community agencies and health care providers, should reach out to siblings and other family members to provide them with the support and information that will address their concerns and help them to make appropriate decisions.
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Institute
The Michigan Developmental Disabilities Institute (MI-DDI) is a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). MI-DDI is part of a network of 67 UCEDDs in the U.S. and its territories. The Institute’s mission is to contribute to the development of inclusive communities and quality of life for people with disabilities and their families through a culturally-sensitive, statewide program of interdisciplinary education, community support and services, and research and dissemination of information.
