Intended for siblings of youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Disabilities, and/or Mental Health Issues
Over Zoom, siblings meet other children and teens who know what it’s like to have a brother or sister with behavioral challenges. Siblings have a chance to talk, learn coping skills and feel better.
Umass Chan Medical School Department of Psychiatry collaborates with Parent/Professional Advocacy League (PPAL) and MCPAP. We are grateful for funding from the FAR Fund and the Weil Foundation.
This Zoom meeting series is held the first Thursday night of each month. The program creates an opportunity for siblings (in age appropriate groupings) and parents/caregivers (in an adult group) to meet others who have a brother or sister, or a child, with mental health issues. The zoom is facilitated by psychiatrists and trainees at UMass Chan Medical School.
Details…
1. Is there a cost? This is a free program.
2. Who is eligible? All caregivers are eligible if the affected child has siblings of any age. Siblings are eligible if they are 6 – 18 years old and do not have significant behavioral issues of their own.
3. Can caregivers attend even if siblings do not attend? Yes, and vice versa.
4. How do I register? To ask questions or reserve your spot, call (857) 523-1145 or email emily.rubin@umassmed.edu. After signing an online consent form, you will receive an email with instructions to log into Zoom.
