Siblings Group
Because every child in the family deserves to feel seen.
When a child has a disability or developmental difference, their brothers and sisters are on the journey too. Siblings share the same home, the same family, and often the same big feelings — but their experience is uniquely their own.
That's why Kids+ runs a dedicated Siblings Group. It's a space created just for them.
We designed our own Siblings Group t-shirts that we will wear at the Surf Coast Trek!
Growing up alongside a brother or sister with a disability brings incredible moments of love, loyalty and connection. It can also bring confusion, worry, frustration, and sometimes loneliness — especially when it can feel like there's no one who quite understands.
Research tells us that siblings of children with disabilities are more likely to experience anxiety, emotional difficulties, and a sense that their own needs come second. They may struggle to explain their family to friends, feel unsure how to talk about their feelings at home, or simply carry a lot quietly on their own.
The Kids+ Siblings Group gives these children the chance to breathe, connect, and be themselves — with other kids who just get it.
Why siblings need their own space
The Kids+ Siblings Group is open to brothers and sisters of children currently receiving support services at Kids+.
We run groups periodically throughout the year, with small group sizes to ensure every child gets the attention and connection they deserve.
Who is the group for?
What happens in the group?
Our Siblings Group is a fun, supportive, and age-appropriate program where children can:
Connect with peers who share similar family experiences
Explore their feelings through play, creative activities, and conversation
Build resilience and coping strategies in a safe, nurturing environment
Ask the questions they might not feel comfortable asking at home
Simply have fun and feel celebrated for who they are
Sessions are facilitated by Alice Shaw, Kids+ Support Coordinator, and Sally Jones, Kids+ Social Worker.
Group Facilitators
Alice Shaw
Kids+ Support Coordinator
Sally Jones
Social Worker
Terms, dates & times
Term One
Easter Fun!
Thursday 16th April
2pm - 4pm
Kids+ Centre
Simply email Alice or Sally by clicking on the buttons above, or you can click on the email addresses below:
How to join the group
