Sibshops Workshops

ErinoakKids offers free monthly workshops throughout the school year for siblings of active ErinoakKids clients ranging in age from 4 - 18 years old.

Sibshops groups include:

• Little Sibs (ages 4-7)
• SibKids (ages 8-12)
• SibTeens (ages 13-18) 

At Sibshops, siblings of children with special needs can connect with other siblings in a relaxed and recreational setting, share experiences, discuss common joys and concerns about having a sibling with a disability and, most importantly, have fun!

Register

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Sibshops Goals

The key goals of Sibshops are to provide siblings of children receiving services and supports through ErinoakKids the opportunity to:

• meet other siblings in a relaxed, recreational setting
• discuss common joys and concerns with other siblings of children with disabilities 
• learn how others handle situations commonly experienced by siblings of children who receive therapies or supports for their diagnosis
• learn more about the implications of their sibling's needs

Sibshops will also provide parents and other professionals with opportunities to learn more about the concerns and opportunities frequently experienced by siblings of those receiving therapy or support.

Sibshops 2026 Calendar

Have a great summer. Please check back soon for more Sibshops dates this fall!

Helpful Resources

How to Let Young Siblings Know You Care

What Siblings Would Like Parents and Service Providers to Know

TEDx Talk: Alicia Maples - Recognizing Glass Children

Contact

For more information on the Sibshops programs, please call Rocchina Van Leeuwen, Social Worker and Clinical Practice Lead, at 905-855-2690, ext. 2346