Frances is an occupational therapist, a writer and a sib living in Nottingham, UK.

She works for Sibs (the only UK charity specifically dedicated to supporting siblings of disabled children and adults) and has grown up with a brother who has an intellectual disability.

• Sibhood blog: www.francesdanylec.com/sibhood
• Instagram: @OT_Frances
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesdanylec/

UK siblings of disabled people can find support groups, information and more at www.sibs.org.uk

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Credits:

• Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

• Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

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Credits:

• Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

• Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

In this episode we talk about:

• A family's pivot for a sibling
• A sibling's unique living arrangement
• The rescue story
• Viewing the world through new eyes
• Art, voice, and a brother's recovery
• Long-distance sibling communication
• A partner's bond with a sibling
• Creative communication strategies
• Sibling responsibility and joy

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Check out Manni's books to learn more about his story:

• Purchase "Brother. do. you. love. me." from Greystone Books or on Amazon
• Order Manni's new book here coming May 5, 2026!

Connect with Manni:

• https://mannicoe.com/
• IG: @emmanuelcoe

Find us on Instagram:

• Follow the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast/

Want to contact Charlene?

• Fill out this form: https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/contact

Your financial support will help keep episodes releasing every other week! Without your support, episodes will be released once a month instead. Donate today at the following links:

• https://ko-fi.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast

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Credits:

• Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

• Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

In this episode we talk about:

• Outdated labels for a disabled sibling
• A difficult decision for a disabled child
• Generational shifts in sibling experiences
• The hidden pain of secondhand suffering
• Grief as a catalyst for writing
• The lifelong journey of a sibling
• Sibling love, anger, and advocacy
• Finding purpose from pain

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Connect with Camille:

• IG: @camilleblock.author

• FB: @camilleblock.author

• www.camilleblock.cc

Camille also did a bonus episode about her book on the podcast: BONUS: Hope For Secondhand Suffering: Tools For The Heart When You Can't Fix Your Loved One's Pain

Find us on Instagram:

• Follow the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast/

Want to contact Charlene?

• Fill out this form: https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/contact

Your financial support will help keep episodes releasing every other week! Without your support, episodes will be released once a month instead. Donate today at the following links:

• https://ko-fi.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast

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Credits:

• Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

• Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

In this episode we talk about:

• Sibling impact on personal growth
• Planning adult care for siblings
• Sibling care and external views
• Sibling trauma and healing
• Authenticity and judgement
• Patience and releasing timelines
• Unconditional love's power
• Growth from sibling challenges

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Connect with Julia:

• Julia's blog with Michael: www.beyondthewavesblog.com
• Julia's website: www.mindbodyjulia.com

Find us on Instagram:

• Follow the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast/

Want to contact Charlene?

• Fill out this form: https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/contact

Your financial support will help keep episodes releasing every other week! Without your support, episodes will be released once a month instead. Donate today at the following links:

• https://ko-fi.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast

• https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/support

Credits:

• Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

• Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

In this episode we talk about:

• Intensified emotions for siblings
• Societal judgement of disability
• Evolving disability awareness
• Grief and a life-changing move
• A simple question, profound grief
• Sibling's unique emotional journey
• Validating sibling emotions
• Self-care for siblings

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Connect with Aimen:

• https://www.instagram.com/unfiltered_aim/

Find us on Instagram:

• Follow the podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast/

Want to contact Charlene?

• Fill out this form: https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/contact

Your financial support will help keep episodes releasing every other week! Without your support, episodes will be released once a month instead. Donate today at the following links:

• https://ko-fi.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast

• https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/support

Credits:

• Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

• Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

In this episode we talk about:

• Sibling's hidden history of advocacy
• Abelism's impact on sibling's desires
• Finding joy through shared experiences
• The enduring power of sibling bonds
• Finding joy in sibling caregiving
• The power of being present
• Unspoken understanding in relationships

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Find us on Instagram:

• Follow the podcast at @thespecialneedssiblingpodcast

Want to contact Charlene?

• Fill out this online form.

Your financial support will help keep episodes releasing every other week! Without your support, episodes will be released once a month instead. Donate today at the following links:

• https://ko-fi.com/thespecialneedssiblingpodcast

• https://www.thespecialneedssiblingpodcast.com/support

Credits:

• Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

• Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

More show notes on the way!

Contact Heather:

• If you are interested in exploring your journey as a sib along with the rest of your beautiful life you can reach out to Heather directly at heather@sourcingjoyllc.com to learn more.

• Follow us as we grow on Instagram at Sibthrive. There, you can click on a link to the Sibling Leadership Network to learn more!