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(CNN) — Growing up in Chicago, Alicia Meneses Maples had two younger brothers who were born with disabilities. David was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder called severe combined immunodeficiency,
Alicia Maples is a “glass child,” a sibling of special needs children. She knows her siblings needed more help but they have needs, too. She helps others who may feel invisible.
(CNN) — Growing up in Chicago, Alicia Meneses Maples had two younger brothers who were born with disabilities. David was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder<a class="excerpt-read-more" href="https://whdh.com/news/what-its-like-to-be-a-glass-child/">Read More</a>
The siblings of disabled children often report feeling invisible. Here's how parents can support them.
Sibshops give kids who have siblings living with disabilities the opportunity to connect, share their experiences, ask questions, and offer advice.