Celebrate SIBS!

Featuring Steve Beha

Steve Beha

Chief Policy Officer, Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities

We will miss you at our in-person Sibling Celebration and Retreat, but we know that SIBS also have a lot on their plate and we still want you to join us! Steve Beha’s presentation will also be available virtually for you to enjoy and celebrate your life as a SIB.

Join us for our virtual celebration as Steven shares his perspective as both a leader in Ohio’s disability community and a sibling. Through personal stories and insight, he will highlight the important role siblings play in supporting their loved ones, why their experiences deserve recognition and celebration, and how siblings are helping shape the future of the disability community.

Register Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/UJBuD4ZXTiWOKuvcT_nZog

A Zoom link will be provided to you.

Sibling Summit - Cleveland

Empowering Siblings. Strengthening Futures.

Hosted and Sponsored by the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities

Join us!! Register Here

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

Join us!! Register Here

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Time of Event:

Saturday, May 9th, 2026

10am - 2pm

Address of Event:

Green Road Service Center

4329 Green Rd.

Highland Hills, OH 44128

Ohio SIBS Day Camps for Siblings (Ages 7–12)

A fun, supportive day just for siblings

We are excited to offer Empowering Sibling Voices Day Camps, designed just for siblings of individuals with disabilities! These one-day camps provide a welcoming, inclusive environment where siblings can enjoy outdoor recreation while also celebrating their unique role, sharing experiences, and building meaningful connections with other siblings who truly understand.

Our camps balance classic camp fun with opportunities for connection, self-expression, and belonging. Through engaging activities and interactive discussions, campers gain leadership and advocacy skills—empowering them to use their voices to support their siblings and make a difference.

Who Can Attend

• Siblings of individuals with disabilities

• Ages 7–12 years old

Camp

🌲 Camp NuHop – North Central Ohio

Date: June 13 Time: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: 1077 Township Road 2916, Perrysville, OH 44864

https://nuhop.org

Cost

• FREE for siblings participating in Supporting SIBS or sibling support groups through a County Board of Developmental Disabilities

• $50 for siblings not currently participating through a county board

Transportation

Families are asked to provide their own transportation. You may also contact your county board to see if transportation options are available.

What to Expect

• Outdoor recreation and classic camp activities

• Opportunities to connect with other siblings

• Activities focused on sibling identity, strengths, and voice

• A safe, supportive environment led by trained staff

Additional details about camp activities and a packing list will be shared closer to the camp date.

How to Register

Registration is required and spots are limited.

1. Complete the Ohio SIBS Camp Registration Form (link to be provided).

2. Select one camp location and date (Camp NuHop or Camp Kern).

3. Families not participating through a county board will complete the $50 payment after submitting the form.

4. Once your form is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with next steps.

Please note: This registration reserves your child’s spot with Ohio SIBS. Families will receive additional instructions if any separate camp-specific forms are required.

Register Now: Ohio SIBS Camp - Empowering Sibling Voices – Fill out form

Ohio SIBS Day Camps for Siblings (Ages 7–12)

A fun, supportive day just for siblings

We are excited to offer Empowering Sibling Voices Day Camps, designed just for siblings of individuals with disabilities! These one-day camps provide a welcoming, inclusive environment where siblings can enjoy outdoor recreation while also celebrating their unique role, sharing experiences, and building meaningful connections with other siblings who truly understand.

Our camps balance classic camp fun with opportunities for connection, self-expression, and belonging. Through engaging activities and interactive discussions, campers gain leadership and advocacy skills—empowering them to use their voices to support their siblings and make a difference.

Who Can Attend

• Siblings of individuals with disabilities

• Ages 7–12 years old

Camp

🌞 Camp Kern – Southwest Ohio (Dayton Area)

Date: June 20 Time: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: 5291 State Route 350, Oregonia, OH 45054

https://www.campkern.org

Ohio SIBS Camp - Empowering Sibling Voices – Fill out form

Cost

• FREE for siblings participating in Supporting SIBS or sibling support groups through a County Board of Developmental Disabilities

• $50 for siblings not currently participating through a county board

Transportation

Families are asked to provide their own transportation. You may also contact your county board to see if transportation options are available.

What to Expect

• Outdoor recreation and classic camp activities

• Opportunities to connect with other siblings

• Activities focused on sibling identity, strengths, and voice

• A safe, supportive environment led by trained staff

Additional details about camp activities and a packing list will be shared closer to the camp date.

How to Register

Registration is required and spots are limited.

1. Complete the Ohio SIBS Camp Registration Form (link to be provided).

2. Select one camp location and date (Camp NuHop or Camp Kern).

3. Families not participating through a county board will complete the $50 payment after submitting the form.

4. Once your form is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with next steps.

Please note: This registration reserves your child’s spot with Ohio SIBS. Families will receive additional instructions if any separate camp-specific forms are required.

Ohio SIBS Camp - Empowering Sibling Voices – Fill out form