January 13, 2015
Siblings of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) often take on a larger role once their parents are no longer able to provide support to their brother or sister. In this webinar, you will hear from two siblings of people with I/DD as they share their perspectives on sibling support.
Speaker Bios
Katie Arnold
Katie Arnold discusses the sibling role in future planning and provides tips on how to get the conversation started when parents or other caregivers are reluctant to discuss the future.
Kitty Porterfield
Kitty Porterfield shares insight on “The Club Sandwich Generation.” This is a term that refers to adult siblings juggling the responsibilities of providing care to their aging parents and raising their own children, while also supporting their brother or sister with I/DD. She also addresses the importance of self-care and how to navigate long-distance sibling relationships.