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Monday May 01, 2017
Monday May 01, 2017
A sibling care-giver tells her story of becoming her brother's go to person after her parents passed sooner than anyone expected. This podcast is important for all parents and siblings to listen to.
- Hear Helen’s story as a sibling 'care-giver'
- Learn why it is important for siblings to be a part of family planning
- Learn how siblings can empower their families with conversation and tools
- Learn how Helen is changing Ontario policy, and how you can support.
How to contact Helen Ries:
Website: helenries.ca
Website: gifts-assets.ca
Contact Helen: helen.ries@gmail.com
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Resources:
Ontario Independent Facilitation Network OIFN.ca
Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network (PLAN) Click Here
P4P Click Here
A Manifesto for The Family Arm of the Disability Movement" by Helen Ries Click Here
Ontario Leaves Many Persons with Disability Trapped in Poverty by Helen Ries Click Here
Facebook Groups for Siblings
Canada - Click Here
USA - Click Here
Love & Respect,
Eric
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