Support for Siblings

Overview

It can be hard to support siblings if your child with additional needs takes up most of your time and energy. This page lists some of the local and national organisations who can help.

Local Support

Locally, Carers of West Lothian offers groups and other support for Young Carers age 8 to 18.

Young people must be referred by a parent or other adult, see carers-westlothian.com/young-carers for details.

Carers of West Lothian also have family passes which they lend to members for local attractions such as Five sisters Zoo. You can contact them on 01506 448000 for more information.

National Support

Nationally, Sibs has a website for siblings of both adults and young people with disabilities.

Their Young Sibs page is a good place to start, and includes a section where young people can submit a written question to an advisor and receive a reply.

For parents, Kids Health has a useful summary about how to meet the needs of all your children at different ages and stages.