When a child has a disability, parents are often focused on ensuring they receive the support, understanding, and opportunities they need. But many parents also wonder: How is this affecting my other children?

This webinar explores the experiences of siblings of children with disability through both research and experience. While every family is unique, research provides valuable insights into the factors that support sibling wellbeing, strong family relationships, and positive long-term outcomes.

This session will move beyond myths and assumptions to offer a balanced and reassuring perspective on sibling experiences. Participants will gain practical strategies for supporting siblings to feel informed, included, valued, and connected within family life.

Participants will:

• Understand the range of sibling experiences when a brother or sister has a disability, and why there is no single “typical” response
• Recognise key factors that influence sibling wellbeing, including family communication, stress, and attention to individual needs
• Identify practical ways to support siblings to feel informed, included, and valued within the family
• Build confidence in responding to siblings’ questions and emotions in ways that support connection and reduce pressure within family life

This webinar is suitable for parents, carers, family members, and professionals who support families of children and young people with disability.

PRESENTED BY RACHEL CARR

Drawing on more than 20 years of experience working with people with disabilities, their families, educators, and other professionals, Rachel brings a unique blend of professional expertise and lived experience as the sibling of a person with disability. As a sibling, she understands firsthand the complexities, joys, challenges, and relationships that shape family life. Passionate about making research accessible, she translates evidence into practical insights that resonate with families and professionals alike. 

REGISTRATION

$39 per person

Registration includes:

• Access to 1 hour of professional development
  • Live at 8pm AEST 1st July 2026
  • On-demand access to the recording from 2nd - 31st July 2026
• Presentation slides
• Certificate of attendance

BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS

• Registrations are unable to be cancelled or transferred. 
• Refunds will not be offered in the event of non-attendance.
• Access details will be issued to the registered attendee email 24 hours prior to the live session. For registrations received after this time, access details will be issued within 24 hours of registering.
• Where access details are not received, it is the responsibility of the registered attendee to contact admin@illumelearning.com.au. Please check any junk/spam folders first. 
• On-demand replay access will close at midnight AEST 31st July 2026. No extensions will be available under any circumstances. 

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