"For Sibs Only"

A Support Group With A Twist

PHPF is as a support group with a twist.  It not only provides a place for Marion County parents of children with disabilities to come together with their peers to share their thoughts, feelings, experiences and ideas, but it offers a unique program--"For Sibs Only"--a place for their "typical" children to do the same thing.

    You see, in many cases "sibs" may have to relinquish the attention of their parents to a brother or sister with a disability.  This creates feelings of being "second best" or "not as important" and can lead to 

confusion sadness  anger.  

Other issues of concern can be anything from bringing friends home, family outings, baby-sitting or even plans for the future.  "For Sibs Only" provides a recreational and social environment for these children to discuss these problems and express their feelings with children just like them who can understand and relate.

    "For Sibs Only" counselors are trained to approach these issues and help our children put their lives back into perspective.  Families are then bought together for a "panel discussion" that will help them approach the concerns head on.  Together they then work towards establishing methods to make the necessary adjustments that will bring about family harmony.

    "For Sibs Only" plans holiday parties and special outings for the sibs only, for sibs and their parents, and even for the entire family.

    For more information about "For Sibs Only" call us at 861-0057, or send email to Julie Boisvert, Support Program Coordinator by clicking the computers below

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