The sibling bond is something special. If you’re lucky, they’ve been your oldest friend and companion. Over time, that sibling relationship can take on a new face when disability is included in the mix. A brother or sister can go from being a friend to being a caregiver. So how do we ensure that those caregivers are supported?

Eric Goll and Helen Ries are the co-founders of The Sibling Collaborative. They discuss the challenges and needs faced by sibling caregivers and explore some recommendations for support. They also share their results from the Sibling Needs Assessment Survey that was published earlier this year.

This is the July 30, 2018 episode