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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

Article Regarding Depression in School Aged Children


Published: Friday, July 21, 2017

   The linked blog post provides some startling information regarding depression and sucide in school aged children.  The second link is to the Jason Foundation.  The Jason Foundation provides free training to adults on the warning signs and prevention of youth sucide.

     The take- aways here are 1 in 11 children will experience depression by age 14 and suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death for children 5-15. So often we dismiss signs of depression in children thinking they are too young to experience depression. When elementary children and pre-teens demonstrate signs of depression, or risk factors for suicide, we must take it seriously.

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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