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Oklahoma Sibling Leadership Network

OKSIBS is a recognized chapter of the Sibling Leadership Network

Sooner SUCCESS launched OKSIBS in 2017 and is now an official recognized chapter of (SLN) - www.siblingleadership.org.  SLN is a national nonprofit based out of Chicago, IL and is dedicated to providing support and information to siblings of people with disabilities across the lifespan. 

This program is for adult siblings that have grown up with a brother or sister with special needs.  We are currently looking for adult siblings to get together with other adult siblings in a relaxed social environment.  If you are interested to learn more, please contact sooner-success@ouhsc.edu. 

News

Project Outreach Respite - Norman


Published: Monday, July 1, 2019

Project Outreach Respite - July 13 from 1:00-5:00 pm

Where:  Memorial Presbyterian Church, 601 24th Avenue SW, Norrman

Must RSVP to projectoutreachnorman@gmail.com as all sessions are first come first serve

http://projectoutreachnorman.com

https://www.facebook.com/ProjectOutreachNorman

Project Outreach is a non-profit agency providing respite care to children with special needs and their siblings. They are an agency that envisions respite care for families in the Norman area through volunteerism.  They seek to give caregivers of children with special needs temporary relief from the stress of caregiving. The goal is to continue to provide respite care through the utilization of volunteers and donations and seek to include as many children as possible. Project Outreach promotes a culture of a caring, relaxed atmosphere and support for those with special needs. Project Outreach encourages an environment free of judgment and exclusion. They are a support system as well as advocates for children with special needs and their families.

Ways community members can get involved

Join Oklahoma Sibling Leadership Network

  • Are visitors welcome? yes
  • Process for joining group? Come to the meeting.

Become a Member

Sooner SUCCESS is committed to supporting our Siblings of all ages. This initiative is specifically for our older siblings that are no longer participating in Sibshops. Members can include siblings, friends, spouses, and those that recognize the importance of supporting siblings.  

If you are interested in learning more about this initiative, please contact sooner-success@ouhsc.edu