Sibling Summit - Cleveland
Empowering Siblings. Strengthening Futures.
Hosted and Sponsored by the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities
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About This Event:
Ohio SIBS invites you to a powerful one-day program designed specifically for siblings of individuals with disabilities—whether you’re currently a caregiver or advocate, just beginning to explore your role in future planning, or simply looking to connect with other siblings, this event is for you.
This event will help you:
Meet other sibs
Identify knowledge gaps and understand your future role as a sibling
Plan proactively and connect with others on similar journeys
Access expert guidance and resources
Support your sibling while planning your own life
Who should attend?
Adult siblings, sib-in-laws, and family members. If under 18 must attend with a parent or guardian.
Sibling Summit Schedule - Hosted and Sponsored by Cuyahoga County Board of DD
Door prizes too!
9:30am - 10:00am Coffee & Registration
10:00am - Introduction to Ohio SIBS
10:15 am - Your Story Matters- Share what it's like to be a Sib and meet other siblings in your region.
10:45 am - TheSibling Care Transition- Learn from other siblings about what happened when they faced a major life transition—when their parents could no longer provide support to their sibling with a disability.
11:00am - AttorneyAmanda Buzo (Hickman Lowder)- This session will focus on emergency and future planning for families of individuals with disabilities. An attorney will provide guidance and answer questions about important topics such as Medicaid, Medicare, guardianship, and supported decision-making, helping siblings better understand the legal and financial considerations that may impact their loved ones.
12:00pm -Lunch (sponsored by the Cuyahoga County Board of DD)
12:45pm - Updates You Need to Know - Key news, policy updates, and resources affecting individuals with disabilities and their families.
1:15pm - Mapping Family Roles & Relationships - Charting the LifeCourse Tool - to explore the different roles family members play in supporting one another and how those roles may change over time. This activity will spark discussion, help siblings reflect on their support networks, and create opportunities to connect and build friendships with other siblings.
1:50pm - Closing
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Time of Event:
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
10am - 2pm
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