Sibworks program
Siblings of children with a disability
have particular needs themselves. Some can feel quite isolated.
Sibling groups allow these children to come together, have fun, share experiences and learn ways of dealing positively with challenges they face.
Sibworks in an early intervention peer support program for siblings of children with disabilities. Sibworks aims to reduce social isolation, enhance social networks, improve relationships between family members, and increase children’s resilience.
This Evidence Based Program was developed by Kate Strohm from Siblings Australia and Dr Monique Nesa from Curtin University and has been used all over Australia and Overseas.
The program is run as a structured program and will be delivered as 6 weekly, 2-hour sessions.
Each weekly session covers a set theme and includes a mix of physical activity, food, and reflective exercises. Some of the weekly themes include:
- Exploring individual differences.
- Exploring the expression of feelings.
- Problem solving.
- Coping with difficult situations.