What are Sibshops?
Sibshops are a celebration of the many contributions made by brothers and sisters of kids with special needs. Sibshops reflect a belief that brothers and sisters have much to offer one another -- if they are given a chance. Siblings participate in a spirited mix of new games (designed to be unique, off-beat, and appealing to a wide ability range), participate in discussion activities, and get to know others who have something in common with them -- a sibling with a disability.
When and Where?
The Arc of Frederick County offers a series of workshops for siblings. For information about location and dates, please call The Arc of Frederick County, 301-663-0909.
Ages 4-7 years
May 10, and June 7 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Ages 8-13 years
May 24, and June 14 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Both Sibshops will be held at the William Talley Recreation Center (previously "The Armory") in Baker Park
To Register!
To register, download and complete the Registration Form and send it back to The Arc of Frederick County, 620-A Research Drive, Frederick, MD 21703.
Saturdays, 10:00 - 2:00 - May 24, June 21, August 16, and September 20.
Children with and without disabilities enjoy games, crafts, songs, and all-around fun while their parents have a few hours to run errands or spend time with other family members or friends. Contact Rachael at The Arc for more information: 301-663-0909.
First Tuesday of the month, 7:00 - 8:30 pm at Rock Creek School.
This group is open to ALL fathers of children with disabilities, and is intended to be informative as well as suppportive. Also great for new parents. For more information, contact Bill Derbyshire, LCSW, at 240-236-8700 or william.derbyshire@fcps.org
Every Tuesday at 11:00 AM, at The Arc of Frederick County.
The group discusses parenting concerns, such as discipline, nutrition, medical, school and neighborhood issues, family dynamics, etc., and has become a wonderful support for the participants with meeting other parents with disabilities facing the same issues. For more information, contact Jennifer Blakeslee at 301-663-0909.
First Tuesday of every month, 7:00 pm, at The Arc of Frederick County
If you are interested in attending, please contact Lisa Hickman at 301-473-4535 for more details and to confirm meeting time.
Third Monday of every month, 7:00 pm, at The Arc of Frederick County.
If you are interested in attending a meeting, please contact 301-682-8740 to confirm meeting date and time.
A new group is forming for parents and caregivers of persons with all types of disabilities to network and share their knowledge with other caregivers.
The Arc of Frederick County, 620-A Research Drive, Frederick
Discussion topics include:
- The "alphabet soup" of all the programs, agencies, and activities for persons with disabilities
- Forming a group where parents and caregivers of individuals with disabilities share the knowledge and the self-advocacy skills that they have acquired
- How to navigate the maze of agencies, programs, funding possibilities, and social activities for people with disabilities.
The group is open to parents and caregivers of persons with all types of disabilities. For additional information and meeting dates, call Vicki at 301-620-0396 or Kathy at 301-663-0909.
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